IMSA Alpha 2026 Daytona International Speedway IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship Session 3 LMP2 insights | Sector4 Labs

The session was defined by a tight battle at the front, significant struggles at the back, and several surprising performances that defied license expectations. Sector 2 emerged as a critical differentiator, with some drivers excelling whi…

Key takeaway: The session was defined by a tight battle at the front, significant struggles at the back, and several surprising performances that defied license expectations. Sector 2 emerged as a critical differentiator, with some drivers excelling while others struggled. License inversions and co-driver gaps added layers of intrigue to the session.

Biggest surprise: The standout performance of Bronze-rated driver George Kolovos, who outperformed several higher-rated drivers, including some Platinum and Gold-rated competitors. His license-adjusted times were particularly impressive, indicating raw skill that defies his license classification.

Top performers: Mathias Beche, Hunter McElrea, Jonny Edgar, Job Van Uitert, Gregoire Saucy

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