The Rolex 24 at Daytona is one of the biggest weekends on the international motorsport calendar and attracts an array of talent, including former F1 stars and reigning world champions
Everything you need to know about the entry list for the Rolex 24 at Daytona as 10 former F1 drivers take part in the iconic endurance race.
- Event background: The Rolex 24 at Daytona is North America’s most prestigious endurance race and serves as the season opener for the IMSA championship. It takes place at the legendary Daytona International Speedway just weeks before the venue hosts the iconic NASCAR opener, the Daytona 500.
- GTP Class F1 stars: The top-tier GTP class features high-profile Formula 1 alumni, including reigning champion Felipe Nasr and former Haas driver Kevin Magnussen. They are joined by other notable names like Will Stevens and Jack Aitken, who are competing for overall victory in advanced hybrid machinery.
- LMP2 Class veterans: The LMP2 category features several former Formula 1 racers, including Logan Sargeant and Paul di Resta. This class provides a highly competitive environment where these experienced drivers partner with younger talents and pro-am teammates.
- GTD Class entries: Although the GTD Pro class is lacking former F1 drivers this year, the standard GTD class features veterans Romain Grosjean and Marcus Ericsson. The former Haas and Sauber duo have successfully transitioned from the F1 paddock to become mainstays in American open-wheel and sports car racing.
- Notable non-F1 talent: Beyond the F1 world, the race features four-time and reigning IndyCar champion Alex Palou alongside series legends Scott Dixon and Will Power. Teenage NASCAR phenom Connor Zilisch will also compete in the GTP class, fresh from narrowly missing out on the Xfinity Series title in 2025.
