IMSA Alpha 2026 Daytona International Speedway IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship Session 1 GTP insights | Sector4 Labs

Porsche 963s dominated the session, with Felipe Nasr and Laurens Vanthoor leading the way. However, the session was equally defined by the struggles of Colin Braun in the Acura ARX-06, highlighting the importance of analyzing both ends of…

Key takeaway: Porsche 963s dominated the session, with Felipe Nasr and Laurens Vanthoor leading the way. However, the session was equally defined by the struggles of Colin Braun in the Acura ARX-06, highlighting the importance of analyzing both ends of the field. Manufacturer trends and license inversions provided additional storylines, emphasizing the depth of competition and performance disparities.

Biggest surprise: Nico Pino, a Silver-rated driver, matched the pace of Platinum drivers, creating a notable license inversion. His performance in the Porsche 963 was exceptional, particularly in S2 and S3, where he outperformed many higher-rated drivers.

Top performers: Felipe Nasr, Laurens Vanthoor, Nico Pino, Kevin Estre, Filipe Albuquerque

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