Session Overview

This report aggregates automated analysis for Session 6 at Daytona International Speedway. Classes covered: GTD, GTDPRO, GTP, LMP2.

Navigate to specific class reports for detailed telemetry and driver analysis:

Key Highlights across Classes

GTD

  • Top Performer: Joey Hand
  • Takeaway: Joey Hand’s dominance in the Ford Mustang GT3 was the standout performance of the session, with a fastest lap time of 107.42 seconds. However, the session also revealed significant struggles at the back of the field, particularly for drivers like Scott Andrews and Valentin Hasse Clot, who faced substantial gaps to the leaders. Manufacturer trends indicated that Ford and Mercedes-AMG had strong showings, while Porsche struggled with consistency and overall pace.

GTDPRO

  • Top Performer: Kenny Habul
  • Takeaway: Kenny Habul’s performance as a Bronze-licensed driver leading the session is the standout story. The Mercedes-AMG GT3 proved to be the car to beat, while the BMW M4 GT3 EVO and Porsche 911 GT3 R (992) faced notable struggles.

GTP

  • Top Performer: Nico Pino
  • Takeaway: Nico Pino’s performance as a Silver-rated driver leading the session is a standout story, highlighting the potential for underrated drivers to excel. The Porsche 963’s dominance in multiple sectors underscores its strong chassis and setup. Meanwhile, the struggles of some Platinum-rated drivers, such as Tom Blomqvist and AJ Allmendinger, raise questions about their adaptability to the track conditions.

LMP2

  • Top Performer: Ben Hanley
  • Takeaway: The session was defined by the dominance of Ben Hanley and Manuel Espirito Santo, who set the pace with remarkable consistency and sector performance. However, the back of the field revealed significant struggles, particularly for Bronze and Silver drivers, with notable gaps in performance that warrant deeper analysis.