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Marco Wittmann seizes thrilling lead for BMW as dawn breaks at Daytona 24-hour race

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January 25, 2026
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Marco Wittmann seizes thrilling lead for BMW as dawn breaks at Daytona 24-hour race

Daytona Drama: Marco Wittmann Steers BMW to the Forefront as Dawn Breaks

As the sun peeked over the horizon at Daytona, it was Marco Wittmann who emerged as the leader of the iconic Rolex 24 race, piloting the #25 BMW after a grueling 20 hours of racing. The early morning light illuminated a scene reminiscent of a classic horror film, as dense fog had previously cast a veil of uncertainty over the track, marking the longest overnight stoppage in Daytona’s storied history.

With the fog finally lifting, the race resumed, but the backstretch remained shrouded in mist, challenging the drivers as they strategized their next moves. Laurin Heinrich in the #7 Porsche Penske, who had been holding the lead, made a pivotal pit stop, followed closely by Wittmann and Colin Braun in the #60 Acura Meyer Shank. The Taylor brothers, Ricky in the #10 Cadillac Wayne Taylor and Jordan in the sister #40, were not far behind, with Jordan eventually emerging ahead in a fierce battle.

As the morning session unfolded, Matt Campbell in the #6 Porsche found himself leading, while Felipe Nasr in the #7 kept the pressure on. However, Campbell’s vehicle began to suffer from a malfunctioning windscreen wiper, forcing a driver change to Kevin Estre. This strategic move allowed Wittmann to reclaim the lead for BMW, showcasing the team’s resilience and tactical acumen.

In a dramatic turn, Jordan Taylor secured second place while Will Stevens fought valiantly for third in the #10 Cadillac, only to be quickly overtaken by both Porsches, dropping him to fifth. The competition was fierce, and the stakes higher than ever.

Meanwhile, the LMP2 category saw Inter Europol making waves as Nick Cassidy seized the lead in the #343 car. Tom Dillman, in the #43 entry, was pushing hard as well, with Antonio Felix da Costa taking the wheel and rapidly climbing the ranks. After a night filled with tension and strategy during the extended Full Course Yellow, da Costa wasted no time in making his mark, overtaking the #99 AO Racing Oreca of Dane Cameron for third and soon clinching second place when Sebastien Bourdais pitted in the #8 Tower Motorsports.

The Portuguese driver’s impressive performance narrowed Cassidy’s lead to under four seconds, but as the pit stops cycled through, Cassidy handed the reins to Nolan Siegel, who rejoined in third, trailing behind da Costa and Cameron.

In the GTD Pro category, a shocking twist unfolded as the #3 Corvette, driven by Antonio Garcia, suffered a catastrophic right rear suspension failure, forcing the car to limp back to the pits. After an agonizing 46 minutes of repairs, the Corvette re-emerged onto the track, a testament to the crew’s determination.

Harry King, battling fiercely in the #77 Rexy Aston Martin, faced his own trial. Despite an impressive drive, a jump start during the Full Course Yellow proved to be his undoing, sending him to the pits for a 60-second penalty that plummeted him to 11th place. The #4 Corvette of Tommy Milner seized the opportunity, taking the lead followed by Guven and Hesse, while Fabian Schiller in the #69 GetSpeed Mercedes positioned himself firmly in fourth.

As the race continues to unfold, the tension and excitement at Daytona are palpable, with every second counting in this high-octane battle for endurance supremacy. The stage is set for a thrilling conclusion as teams push their limits, all eyes on the prize in the heart-stopping Rolex 24 at Daytona.

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