Kiante
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Big W for IMSA:
IMSA 2021
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StandOnIt
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wow that's good to hear. The TV coverage for the rolex wasn't footballed around on the channels like it was in the past. I hope it stays that way.
FLRacingFan
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They also say they’ve nearly doubled (+89%) since taking over from FOX after 2018, and the Rolex was the most-watched of any event since Petit Le Mans 2014. That’s surprising to me since the grid was smaller than usual and they didn’t have any of the big domestic names running for overall victory. I’m curious to see now how much more that bounces in 2021 with some guys like Jimmie and Chase involved.
It sounded like TV was the reason they added a qualifying race to the Rolex next month, I thought it was goofy at first but it makes sense if NBC sees value in it.
nbcsportsgrouppressbox.com
It sounded like TV was the reason they added a qualifying race to the Rolex next month, I thought it was goofy at first but it makes sense if NBC sees value in it.
IMSA WEATHERTECH CHAMPIONSHIP ON NBC SPORTS PRODUCES SIGNIFICANT VIEWERSHIP GAINS FOR SECOND STRAIGHT YEAR
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Kiante
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Not to mention, the reception for the Track pass for the most part was pretty positive. We give NBC/Comcast a lot of ****, but they took it upon themselves to give a home sports car racing and I honestly enjoy the coverage for IMSA on TV.They also say they’ve nearly doubled (+89%) since taking over from FOX after 2018, and the Rolex was the most-watched of any event since Petit Le Mans 2014. That’s surprising to me since the grid was smaller than usual and they didn’t have any of the big domestic names running for overall victory. I’m curious to see now how much more that bounces in 2021 with some guys like Jimmie and Chase involved.
It sounded like TV was the reason they added a qualifying race to the Rolex next month, I thought it was goofy at first but it makes sense if NBC sees value in it.
IMSA WEATHERTECH CHAMPIONSHIP ON NBC SPORTS PRODUCES SIGNIFICANT VIEWERSHIP GAINS FOR SECOND STRAIGHT YEAR
Comcast is up across the board in NASCAR, IndyCar, and IMSA. This is good, this is really good to hear.
Also, I did not know Weathertech makes a slew of products. I'm getting some Cup phones for the family and maybe a dog bowl. I just thought it was all weather mats and car covers.
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Kiante
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Absolutely unfair how good this car looks.
Then they illuminate the damn shark fin.
Kiante
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Man, this is getting too good to be true for the Rolex 24.
FLRacingFan
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Pretty crazy to see international entrants more involved this year despite the pandemic and its numerous effects, very fortunate for that.
Always liked the RTN livery and the TF Aston is just stunning.
Kiante
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They had one job, but NOOOOO they entered into GTD and not GTLM.
Cowards...lol.
FLRacingFan
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The Canadians are back
FLRacingFan
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All-French lineup at JDC next season
FLRacingFan
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Finally
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Love it. That's a fun lineup too.
Kiante
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Pipo is going to show Chase how to run others of the road in the DPi.
Kiante
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Doonan Expecting “Several” Additional LMDh Commitments – Sportscar365
IMSA President John Doonan bullish on prospects of more LMDh commitments soon...
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Seems like LMDh is gaining traction quickly.
Kiante
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Risi makes its return for the Rolex 24 in the GTLM class:
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FLRacingFan
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Not sure who WeatherTech might be moving up with in this case, but good to see Ed Jones and Ryan Briscoe land something.
Kiante
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Quite a lot of drama last season, that's for sure:
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Kiante
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Going to look good in 8th to 10th place, that's for sure.
FLRacingFan
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Might not be too bad depending on how Cody Ware is. The engineering is from Eurasia and RWR are mostly logistical help; their biggest issue might be that they’re running a Ligier. It’s a pretty deep field to compete in for sure though.
Kiante
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We'll see, I've heard of Salih and he's a good shoe from TF Sport. They might be better than expected, but I'm like you I'm looking at the fact they are running a Liger as a disadvantage.
Still good to see RWR giving a full-on effort for this though. I'll be keeping an eye on Austin as well, I hope he gets on well. I would rather seen Reddick IMO, but should be a solid team. All jokes aside.
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I really appreciate the way you boys keep up with all of the IMSA developments and pass that information along to the rest of us.
Charlie Spencer
Road courses and short tracks.
I thought we mostly gave it to NCB over the Gerbils.
Not to knock a series sponsor but the Mazda mats I got for the CX-5 from the dealer were better quality than WT for less money. Mazda owners, if you're looking for mats, definitely start at the dealer's parts dept.
Charlie Spencer
Road courses and short tracks.
Okay, that paint job is excellent. I love the reversed colors on the fin.
Kiante
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Zach Veach will be in the 14 alongside Frank Montecalvo racing for Sullivan-Vasser Racing:
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Kiante
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Gainbridge is still sponsoring Veach as well.
Good to see as well.
Okay, okay.
I'll buy more Weathertech products FFS.
Good to see as well.
Okay, okay.
I'll buy more Weathertech products FFS.
FLRacingFan
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Yes, from that Habsburg family.
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He is replacing my boy Townsend Bell, the little sh*t.
Kiante
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Townsend might be focusing on broadcasting, but I'd expect him for the endurance races.
FLRacingFan
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Fwiw I heard today Townsend’s plans should be coming next week. Not sure if it’s necessarily with Lexus/Vasser-Sullivan still or what, but it does seem like he has a drive.
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Kiante
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Wow.
Talk about a crazy lineage.
Scuderia Corsa could be a possibility as well. He's tight with that group.
Kiante
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What a lineup for Lexus:
FLRacingFan
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This probably makes Kyle Kirkwood and Robert Megennis the Endurance Cup drivers for them. Very good lineups indeed.
Kenny Habul is bringing back SunEnergy1 for at least Daytona after a three-year absence, with two AMG factory aces including the IMSA debut of Raffaele Marciello.
Tim Pappas is reportedly bringing back Black Swan also at least for Daytona after a one-year absence, to include at least one factory Porsche driver.
Defending Rolex 24 and Endurance Cup champions Paul Miller return full-time with an unchanged lineup after cutting back from the full season last year after the pandemic.
SunEnergy1 to Make GTD Return at Rolex 24 – Sportscar365
SunEnergy1 Racing returns to GTD grid at Daytona with support from Gradient, AMG factory drivers...
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Black Swan Set for Rolex 24 Effort – Sportscar365
Tim Pappas-owned team back to Rolex 24 at Daytona with Porsche 911 GT3 R...
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Paul Miller Confirms Full Season Return With Lamborghini – Sportscar365
Bryan Sellers, Madison Snow back in Lamborghini Huracan GT3 Evo...
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Kiante
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I did not buy my ticket yet.This probably makes Kyle Kirkwood and Robert Megennis the Endurance Cup drivers for them. Very good lineups indeed.
Kenny Habul is bringing back SunEnergy1 for at least Daytona after a three-year absence, with two AMG factory aces including the IMSA debut of Raffaele Marciello.
Tim Pappas is reportedly bringing back Black Swan also at least for Daytona after a one-year absence, to include at least one factory Porsche driver.
Defending Rolex 24 and Endurance Cup champions Paul Miller return full-time with an unchanged lineup after cutting back from the full season last year after the pandemic.
SunEnergy1 to Make GTD Return at Rolex 24 – Sportscar365
SunEnergy1 Racing returns to GTD grid at Daytona with support from Gradient, AMG factory drivers...
Black Swan Set for Rolex 24 Effort – Sportscar365
Tim Pappas-owned team back to Rolex 24 at Daytona with Porsche 911 GT3 R...
Paul Miller Confirms Full Season Return With Lamborghini – Sportscar365
Bryan Sellers, Madison Snow back in Lamborghini Huracan GT3 Evo...
What the **** am I waiting for!? Mercedes is going all out as well and it's cool to see Habul back as well. Hopefully he's had plenty of time to improve his pace.
GTD is outright stacked this season.
FLRacingFan
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50 cars showing up at the mandatory Roar next weekend, which bounces back from an event-low in 2020 and is the largest grid since 2018. Presumably the entry list with drivers included comes out next week.
7 DPi / 10 LMP2 / 7 LMP3 / 6 GTLM / 20 GTD
7 DPi / 10 LMP2 / 7 LMP3 / 6 GTLM / 20 GTD