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One of the most iconic events in motorsport is taking place this weekend and features 13 former Formula 1 drivers – the 2025 Daytona 24 Hours.
This weekend, the IMSA Daytona 24 Hours, also known as the Rolex 24, is scheduled at the Daytona International Speedway’s infield road course, with 13 former F1 drivers competing, aiming for victory in the United States. The event is a part of the ‘Triple Crown’ of endurance racing, alongside the 24 Hours of Le Mans and the 12 Hours of Sebring. The former F1 drivers will be competing in four different classes: Grand Touring Prototype (GTP), Le Mans Prototype 2 (LMP2), GT Daytona Pro (GTD Pro), and GT Daytona (GTD). Among the former F1 drivers, nine will race in the top GTP category, while four will compete in the LMP2 class at the Rolex 24. Drivers like Kamui Kobayashi, Romain Grosjean, Daniil Kvyat, Will Stevens, and Brendon Hartley will be among the familiar faces on the track this weekend, showcasing their skills in endurance racing. This star-studded lineup promises an exciting and competitive event that motorsport fans should not miss.
