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Vasser Sullivan are set to add a second Lexus RC F GT3 alongside their existing #12 GTD car for the
The Grand Prix of Long Beach sprint race will exclusively feature GTP and GTD cars, omitting GTD Pro cars from last year’s lineup. Vasser Sullivan has decided to enter a modified [#89] car with a different driver lineup, mirroring their 2021 strategy. Currently, the team races a GTD and a GTD Pro Lexus in the 2024 season, with the latter winning the 12 Hours of Sebring last month. The #12 car will be piloted by Jack Hawksworth and Frankie Montecalvo, while the #89 car will be driven by Ben Barnicoat and Parker Thompson, switching to the GTD category despite being GTD Pro regulars and reigning champions. Team Principals Jimmy Vasser and James ‘Sulli’ Sullivan aim to repeat their success at the Long Beach Grand Prix, emphasizing the special bond between the event and Lexus. Jeff Bal from Lexus Motorsports expresses excitement for the return to Long Beach, noting the tribute to Lexus’ 35-year legacy in the U.S. market with the #89 car and highlighting Lexus’ commitment to continuous improvement in both quality and racing.
