IMSA Alpha 2026 Daytona International Speedway IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship Session 3 GTD Comparison | Sector4 Labs

The session was defined by a clear divide between the top performers and the backmarkers, with notable license inversions and manufacturer-specific trends. The front of the field was dominated by drivers who excelled in all sectors, while…

Key takeaway: The session was defined by a clear divide between the top performers and the backmarkers, with notable license inversions and manufacturer-specific trends. The front of the field was dominated by drivers who excelled in all sectors, while the backmarkers faced significant gaps and sector-specific struggles.

Biggest surprise: The biggest surprise of the session was the performance of Matthew Bell, a Bronze-licensed driver, who outperformed several Gold and Platinum drivers. Bells performance in the Chevrolet Corvette Z06 GT3.R was notable, particularly in S1, where he set a fastest time of 25.2 seconds.

Top performers: Felipe Fraga, Indy Dontje, Jake Walker, Russell Ward, Lucas Auer

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