Louis Deletraz Clinches Victory for Wayne Taylor Racing at 12 Hours of Sebring

Wayne Taylor Racing, in partnership with Andretti, celebrated the victory of their driver Louis Deletraz in the 12 Hours of Sebring of the IMSA. Deletraz made a strategic move to overtake Sebastien Bourdais of Chip Ganassi Racing and secure the lead in the final minutes of the race. The #40 WTRAndretti Acura ARX-06 demonstrated exceptional performance throughout the event, allowing Deletraz to make his winning move with less than six minutes remaining. Deletraz expressed his gratitude to the team, sponsors, and his teammates Jordan Taylor and Colton Herta for their contribution to the victory. This win not only fulfilled Deletraz’s desire to win, but also earned valuable points for the championship. The Swiss driver acknowledged Bourdais for being a tough but fair competitor, and expressed his satisfaction with the victory, which he believes will be a memorable moment in his career. This triumph marks Wayne Taylor Racing’s first win at Sebring since 2017 and propelled them to the top of the GTP standings alongside the #7 Porsche Penske team. The race was not without its challenges, as interruptions during the final hour affected Bourdais’ lead. However, Deletraz showcased his defensive skills against Felipe Nasr of the Porsche #7 and gradually closed the gap with Bourdais, demonstrating pace superiority and securing the win. This victory is also significant for Deletraz as it is his first win in the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship since the 2022 Petit Le Mans.