Cadillac claimed victory at the 2025 Petit Le Mans, solidifying its dominance in the IMSA GTP standings. The race, held at Road Atlanta, was a gripping 10-hour endurance challenge that tested the limits of both drivers and machines.
Cadillac Reigns at Petit Le Mans
The #31 Action Express Racing Cadillac V-Series.R, driven by Jack Aitken, Earl Bamber, and Frederik Vesti, finished first. They crossed the line just 5.1 seconds ahead of the #23 Aston Martin Valkyrie, featuring drivers Ross Gunn, Roman De Angelis, and Alex Riberas.
Porsche Secures IMSA Championship
While Cadillac celebrated its victory, Porsche also had significant accomplishments. The #6 Porsche Penske Motorsport 963, driven by Matt Campbell, Mathieu Jaminet, and Laurens Vanthoor, secured the IMSA SportsCar Championship. This win allowed Campbell and Jaminet to capture the drivers’ title.
- First Place: #31 Action Express Racing Cadillac V-Series.R
- Second Place: #23 Aston Martin Valkyrie
- Third Place: #6 Porsche Penske Motorsport 963
Porsche dominated the GTP category overall, winning the manufacturers’ and teams’ championships, along with the IMSA Endurance Cup. Their #7 car, equipped with drivers Nick Tandy and Felipe Nasr, also performed exceptionally well throughout the season.
Race Highlights
Aitken initially qualified second but quickly took the lead from pole-sitter Tom Blomqvist in the #60 Acura ARX-06. The Cadillac maintained its position, even after facing a challenge when Bamber had to pit due to a right rear puncture. Despite this setback, the team regained its position and held the lead.
Notable strategies unfolded during the race. For instance, the Aston Martin team strategically pitted early, allowing them to maintain competitive positioning. However, despite their best efforts, they could not surpass Cadillac.
Final Standings at Petit Le Mans
| Position | Team | Vehicle |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Action Express Racing | Caddy V-Series.R |
| 2 | Heart of Racing | Aston Martin Valkyrie |
| 3 | Porsche Penske Motorsport | Porsche 963 |
| 4 | Lamborghini Squadra Corse | Lamborghini SC63 |
| 5 | Meyer Shank Racing | Acura ARX-06 |
In the LMP2 class, the #11 TDS Racing ORECA-Gibson 07 claimed victory, while Porsche’s Paul Miller Racing took the GTD Pro honors.
Cadillac’s triumph at the 2025 Petit Le Mans exemplifies its racing prowess, while Porsche’s overall success underscores its continued dominance in the IMSA series.
