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GT World Challenge America powered by AWS launches its 2026 campaign this weekend at Sonoma Raceway, where a deep and diverse field of manufacturers, teams, and drivers will take to the challenging Northern California circuit. With championship contenders returning, new programs joining the grid, and multiple manufacturers represented, the season opener promises a highly competitive start to the year as the series prepares to launch its brand-new three-hour feature race format.
Nine premier brands headline the GT3 field, all of whom will be vying for global manufacturer championship points out of the 10 eligible marques, reflecting the continued growth and strength of the series. From proven title-winning operations to emerging teams looking to make their mark, the Sonoma entry list highlights the variety and depth that defines GT World Challenge America competition.
BMW
BMW arrives at Sonoma with three entries featuring the latest M4 GT3 EVO machinery. Riley Motorsports joins the championship with the fan-favorite “Sparklefarts” returning to the competition. Defending 2025 champions Random Vandals Racing are also back, but this time with a new driver pairing in their No. 99 entry, as Derek DeBoer teams up with Hampus Ericsson. Meanwhile, last year’s Pro-Am champions, Turner Motorsport’s Justin Rothberg and Robby Foley, are stepping up to compete in the Pro category for the 2026 season.
- No. 14 Riley Motorsports BMW M4 GT3 EVO – Slade Stewart & Andy Lee (Pro-Am)
- No. 29 Turner Motorsport BMW M4 GT3 EVO – Justin Rothberg & Robby Foley (Pro)
- No. 99 Random Vandals Racing BMW M4 GT3 EVO – Derek DeBoer & Hampus Ericsson (Pro-Am)
Ferrari
Ferrari’s 296 GT3 platform will once again feature on the grid thanks to AF Corse USA, which brings a two-car effort to Sonoma. One entry competes in the Pro category with Matías Pérez Companc and Frederik Schandorff sharing the No. 12 Ferrari 296 GT3 EVO.
Meanwhile, reigning Am class champions Jay Schreibman and Oswaldo Negri will share the No. 163 entry once again to defend their title. The pair enjoyed a successful 2025 season and will aim to continue that form as the new campaign begins.
- No. 12 AF Corse USA Ferrari 296 GT3 EVO – Matías Pérez Companc & Frederik Schandorff (Pro)
- No. 163 AF Corse USA Ferrari 296 GT3 EVO – Jay Schreibman & Oswaldo Negri (Am)
Ford
The Ford Mustang GT3 continues its presence in GT World Challenge America with Dollahite Racing fielding the No. 6 entry for Cameron Lawrence and Alex Sedgwick. After debuting the Mustang program last season in the Am class, the team returns with additional experience as they seek success at the Pro level.
- No. 6 Dollahite Racing Ford Mustang GT3 EVO – Cameron Lawrence & Alex Sedgwick (Pro)
Lamborghini
Chicago Performance and Tuning Co. brings Lamborghini representation to the Sonoma grid with its Huracán GT3 EVO2. Nicolai Elghanayan and Mads Siljehaug will share the No. 64 entry for the opening round, with the pairing currently confirmed for Sonoma, Road America, and Indianapolis as the team evaluates options for the remainder of the season.
- No. 64 Chicago Performance and Tuning Co. Lamborghini Huracan GT3 EVO2 – Mads Siljehaug & Nicolai Elghanayan (Pro)
McLaren
Archangel Motorsports continues its McLaren program with the 720S GT3 EVO, returning to the championship following steady progress throughout the 2025 season. Todd Coleman and Aaron Telitz will pilot the No. 69 entry in the Pro-Am category as the team looks to build momentum from the outset.
- No. 69 Archangel Motorsports McLaren 720S GT3 EVO – Todd Coleman & Aaron Telitz (Pro-Am)
Mercedes-AMG
Mercedes-AMG maintains a strong presence in the championship with multiple teams fielding the GT3 EVO platform at Sonoma. TR3 Racing is back in the fold with Brayton Williams and Will Bamber in the No. 9 entry, while JMF Motorsports now expands its program to two cars. Jason Daskalos and Lorcan Hanafin will share the No. 27 Mercedes-AMG in Pro-Am competition, while Michai Stephens and Mikael Grenier compete in the Pro class aboard the No. 34 entry as they look to challenge for the title yet again.
- No. 9 TR3 Racing Mercedes-AMG GT3 EVO – Brayton Williams & Will Bamber (Pro-Am)
- No. 27 JMF Motorsports Mercedes-AMG GT3 EVO – Jason Daskalos & Lorcan Hanafin (Pro-Am)
- No. 34 JMF Motorsports Mercedes-AMG GT3 EVO – Michai Stephens & Mikael Grenier (Pro)
Porsche
Porsche fields the largest contingents on the grid, with several teams campaigning the 911 GT3 R (992) platform. Kellymoss leads the charge with a three-car lineup, while Wright Motorsports adds two entries of its own. Additional Porsche representation comes from McCann Racing, RS1, and GMG Racing, further strengthening the manufacturer’s presence and ensuring fierce competition both within the brand and across the wider field.
- No. 8 McCann Racing Porsche 911 GT3-R (992) EVO – Michael McCann Jr. & Zachary Vanier (Pro)
- No. 13 Kellymoss Porsche 911 GT3-R (992) – Todd Parriott & Riley Dickinson (Pro-Am)
- No. 017 Kellymoss Porsche 911 GT3-R (992) – Michael Clark & Colin Braun (Pro-Am)
- No. 28 RS1 Porsche 911 GT3-R (992) – Juan Martinez & Jan Heylen (Pro-Am)
- No. 31 Wright Motorsports Porsche 911 GT3-R (992) – Dave Musial Jr. & Ryan Yardley (Pro-Am)
- No. 32 GMG Racing Porsche 911 GT3-R (992) EVO – Kyle Washington & Tom Sargent (Pro-Am)
- No. 88 Kellymoss Porsche 911 GT3-R (992) – John Gilliland & Loek Hartog (Pro-Am)
- No. 242 Wright Motorsports Porsche 911 GT3-R (992) – Therese Lahlouh & Thomas Merrill (Pro-Am)
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