Welcome to the world of Porsche Sprint Challenge North America. This exhilarating racing series is a thrilling showcase of speed, skill, and precision, designed to push both drivers and their high-performance Porsche machines to their limits.
Porsche Sprint Challenge North America stands as a premier one-make racing championship, attracting a diverse array of talented drivers and passionate enthusiasts from all corners of North America. It serves as a launching pad for aspiring racers, providing them with a platform to showcase their talent and make their mark in the highly competitive world of motorsport. For seasoned professionals, it offers an opportunity to demonstrate their expertise and compete against the best in the business.
The series features five distinct classes: 992 Pro-Am, 992 Masters, 991, Cayman Pro-Am, Cayman Masters. This division ensures fair competition and allows drivers to extract the maximum performance from their respective vehicles, creating intense battles on the track.
Throughout the season, Porsche Sprint Challenge North America visits renowned race tracks across the continent, including legendary venues like Road America, Watkins Glen International, and Circuit of the Americas.
These iconic circuits provide the perfect backdrop for heart-pounding action, as drivers navigate challenging corners, execute daring overtakes, and push their cars to the absolute limit.
Porsche Sprint Challenge North America not only provides an adrenaline-fueled racing experience but also offers a supportive and professional environment for drivers to develop their skills. With expert coaching, technical support, and a dedicated team behind each competitor, the series fosters growth and progression, ensuring that drivers are constantly improving and honing their abilities.
Whether you’re a motorsport enthusiast, a Porsche aficionado, or simply someone who appreciates the thrill of high-speed racing, Porsche Sprint Challenge North America promises an unforgettable experience. So buckle up and get ready to witness the power, precision, and passion that defines this incredible racing series.
Building on the success of the North American series in 2021, Porsche Motorsport North America (PMNA) and the United States Auto Club (USAC) joined forces to create Porsche Sprint Challenge USA West. Porsche Sprint Challenge USA West, a six-weekend season, was developed to provide race teams in the western United States and Canada a more geographically favorable travel schedule.This collaboration has resulted in a racing championship that attracts a diverse array of talented drivers and passionate enthusiasts from all corners of North America. Whether you’re an aspiring racer looking to make your mark or a seasoned professional seeking to compete against the best in the business, this series provides the perfect platform to showcase your talent and expertise.
The championship is structured around five distinct classes, catering to a diverse range of drivers: 992 Pro-Am, 992 Masters, 991, Cayman Pro-Am, and Cayman Masters. This thoughtful division not only fosters fair competition but also enables drivers to push their respective vehicles to their limits, resulting in exhilarating battles on the track. As the season unfolds, the Porsche Sprint Challenge USA West embarks on a thrilling journey, gracing renowned race tracks across the continent. Additionally, it participates in select joint events with the North American series, showcasing its competitive spirit at iconic venues such as Circuit of the Americas, Road America, and Sonoma Raceway.
Introducing the Porsche Endurance Challenge North America, a thrilling new racing series that pushes the limits of teamwork, skill, and endurance. The inaugural round of four-round Porsche One Make championship takes place at some of America’s most quintessential tracks including Circuit of the Americas, Sonoma Raceway, and Road America, offering a true test of driver and machine.
The first three rounds feature intense 60-minute races, where up to two drivers per car will navigate challenging turns and straightaways in a quest for victory. The series, which includes the 992, 991.2 and GT4 classes, will draw to an end at Circuit of the Americas, with a grueling 6-hours event that will push drivers and teams to their limits. This is the ultimate test of stamina and strategy for the competitors.
Expect heart-pounding action as top drivers and teams compete in high-performance Porsche race cars, showcasing precision engineering and raw power. From the roar of the engines to the thrill of close-quarters racing, the Porsche Endurance Challenge North America promises an unforgettable experience for motorsport enthusiasts.
The spectacularly styled cup car is the first racing version based on the current 992 generation road car and the first one make-cup racer of the German sports car manufacturer to feature the wide body chassis of the 911 Turbo.
Producing around 375 kW (510 hp), the new 911 GT3 Cup exceeds the output of its immediate predecessor by 25 horsepower.
The overall increase in performance of the 992 generation – over the type 991 II generation – was immediately apparent in the championship with lap times nearly as quick as that year’s 911 GT3 R race cars in the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship. The development also showed itself in the Porsche Mobil1 Supercup rounds in 2021, where lap times were slashed by up to three seconds at most European circuits.
This was in part due to not only the increase in power, but increased traction and downforce, with component run times also extended over the previous generation – offering lower running costs and reliability for all.
The new car debuted in Porsche Carrera Cup North America in 2021.
The 4-liter, six-cylinder flat engine now resides at the rear of the world’s most-produced GT racing car, providing an even greater level of power.
With its direct fuel injection and motorsport technology, this compact engine delivers an impressive peak performance of 357 kW (485 hp). Not only does it offer exceptional power, but a range of innovative features also enhance efficiency, ensuring improved durability and reduced maintenance costs for the naturally aspirated engine during intense racing conditions.
One notable advancement in the new 991 GT3 Cup is the introduction of a valve drive with rigidly mounted rocker arms and a central oil feed, a first for this model. Additionally, an integrated oil centrifuge optimizes oil defoaming within the engine, further enhancing its performance. Furthermore, a crankshaft with significantly increased rigidity has been implemented, adding to the overall robustness of the car.
The debut of the new 991 GT3 Cup took place during the 2017 race season, initially featuring exclusively in the Porsche Mobil 1 Supercup, which runs alongside Formula 1 races, as well as in the Porsche Carrera Cup Deutschland and North America. Starting from 2018, this exceptional car became available for other market cups, expanding its reach and allowing more racing enthusiasts to experience its remarkable capabilities.
The entry into GT racing: faster than ever. The new 718 Cayman GT4 RS Clubsport is ready to succeed in sprinting and endurance races in international competitions.
Thanks to its increased performance. Because it glides over bumps in the asphalt even more effortlessly. And because it can go straight to the starting line. The 718 Cayman GT4 RS Clubsport is a genuine turn-key racing car for all homologated GT4 racing series. A commitment to the race track. A declaration of dependence on motorsport.
The feeling of never wanting to let off the gas again. Sounds familiar? Then we can ramp that up now. With up to 9,000 rpm, the 6-cylinder naturally aspirated boxer engine in mid-engine design is eager for the next race victory. And the sound? As overwhelming as the driving power of 500 PS (368 kW), which the 7-speed PDK transmission with rigid suspension and shorter ratios transmits to the rear axle without delay. What does that do to the driver? It is pleasantly addictive. You will want more. And even more of that driving experience.
Anyone who is enthusiastic about motorsport will never let go of the 718 Cayman GT4 RS Clubsport. The improved driveability has the same effect on both pro and amateur driving: an urge to drive again. Becoming one again with the race car and the race track. Be a few tenths of a second faster again. The basis is the chassis which has been specially developed for the race track. Seven-way adjustable sword-type anti-roll bars on the front and rear axles and optimized 2-way shock absorbers compensate for unevenness in the asphalt and ensure precision on any race track. Keeping control when pushed to the limit? It’s hard to believe what’s possible.
Since 1990, Porsche Cup vehicles have been built on the base of the 911. On November 28, 2022, the 5,000th Cup vehicle rolled off the assembly line. At the same time, almost 5,000 races have been conducted in one-make series with Porsche Cup vehicles – a unique success story.
Upon the development of the Porsche 964 in 1990, the “Porsche Carrera Cup” was launched. The philosophy of the race series: uniform vehicles, tires, and fuel. On a technical level, cup vehicles are identical; the same goes for the Michelin tires. Everyone starts under the same conditions.
The first Porsche Carrera Cup Germany in 1990 was won by Olaf Manthey. He raced across the Circuit Zolder in Belgium with his Kümmerling-green Porsche 911 and claimed the championship title.
The 911 GT3 Cup vehicles are assembled in the main 911 facility in Stuttgart-Zuffenhausen, the very same production line as the other road-going sports cars. The race cars are always constructed during model years, often in fall/autumn, to be ready for the next season. One production run takes about eight hours, after which the vehicle is mostly completed and merely needs a final touch along with an approval run before the vehicle can be delivered “race-ready”.
After originally launching in Germany, Porsche Carrera Cup racing went international in 1993 with the launch of the Mobil 1 Porsche Supercup, which accompanies major Formula 1 races. German racer Altfrid Heger took the championship in its first year. In 2024, The Mobil 1 Porsche Supercup will begin its 32nd consecutive season.
Porsche Carrera Cup competition has been a breeding ground for international motorsport stars – many of whom today retain important roles with Porsche Motorsport.
Porsche GT legends – Jörg Bergmeister, Timo Bernhard, Marc Lieb and Patrick Pilet – all kick-started their careers with championship success in Porsche Carrera Cup Germany.
New Zealand racer Earl Bamber won a pair of Asian Porsche Carrera Cup championships and earned the 2014 Mobil 1 Porsche Supercup crown before going on to take two victories in the 24 Hour of Le Mans for Porsche in 2015 and 2017. He remains a race team owner in Porsche Carrera Cup Australia, and his team was the squad behind Team Australia’s GT win in the 2022 FIA Motorsport Games.
Three drivers from the Porsche Penske Motorsport 963 LMDh program are former Carrera Cup winners. Matt Campbell (Carrera Cup Australia champion, 2015) and Mathieu Jaminet (Carrera Cup France champion, 2015) became factory Porsche drivers after their success and won the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship GT title last year. Both with drive the Porsche 963 in 2024.
British racer Nick Tandy won Carrera Cup Germany in 2011 and went on to take an overall 24 Hours of Le Mans victory in 2015. He returned to the Porsche family in 2023 aboard a Porsche 963 alongside Jaminet.
Another Carrera Cup champion, Kevin Estre, will race the Porsche 963 in the FIA World Endurance Championship while Porsche GT racer Jaxon Evans is another former Carrera Cup champion.
Kay van Berlo and Trenton Estep both earned a spot in the Porsche Selected Driver Program North America thanks to their achievements in the Porsche Deluxe Carrera Cup North America campaigns.
2021’s inaugural Porsche Carrera Cup presented by Cayman Islands champion Seb Priaulx went on to race Porsche machinery to victory in the FIA WEC last year and returned to the US in 2023 in the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship with new fan favorite team, AO Racing.
The 992 Pro-Am Classification is a separate classification for drivers aged 16 years (15 with waiver) to 49 years participating in Porsche 992 GT3 Cup model cars from MY 2021-2024.
The 992 Masters Classification is a separate classification for drivers aged 50 years or greater participating in Porsche 992 GT3 Cup model cars from MY 2021-2023.
The 991 Classification is a separate classification for drivers participating in Porsche 991.2 GT3 Cup model cars from MY 2017-2020.
The Cayman Pro-AM Classification is a separate classification for drivers aged 15 years (14 with waiver) to 49 years participating in Porsche 718 Cayman GT4RS Clubsport model cars from MY 2021-2024.
The Cayman Masters Classification is a separate classification for drivers aged 50 years or greater participating in Porsche 718 Cayman GT4RS Clubsport model cars from MY 2021-2024.
| 992 Pro-Am | 992 Masters | 991 | Cayman Pro-Am | Cayman Masters |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jared Thomas | Scott Blind | Niels Messiner | Ian Porter | Michael Clark |
| 992 Pro-Am | 992 Am | 991 | Cayman Pro-Am | Cayman Am |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zach Vainer | David Williams | Ashley Freiberg | Paul Bocuse | Jason Golan |
| GT3 CUP 992 | GT3 CUP 991 | CAYMAN |
|---|---|---|
| SEBASTIAN CARAZO | JIMMY LLIBRE | AIDAN KENNY |
| GT3 CUP 992 | GT3 CUP 991 | CAYMAN |
|---|---|---|
| MICHAEL MCCARTHY | GRANT TALKIE | JUAN MARTINEZ |
| 992 Pro-Am | 992 Masters | Cayman Pro-Am | Cayman Masters |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blake McDonald | Kevin Woods | Eli Kogan | Michael Gaulke |
| 992 Pro-Am | 992 Am | 991 | Cayman Pro-Am | Cayman Am |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Robb Todd | Peter Ludwig | Casey Dennis | Peter Ludwig | Michael Gaulke |
| GT3 CUP 992 CLASS CHAMPION | GT3 CUP 991 CLASS CHAMPION | CAYMAN CLASS CHAMPION |
|---|---|---|
| CHRIS BELLOMO | LAURA ELY | MICHAEL GAULKE |
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If it is on track and has a Porsche badge on it – we will bring you the latest behind-the-scenes action to your laptop or phone screen.
Exclusive Premium Hospitality for Porsche Sprint Challenge ; Drivers, VIP Guests, Sponsors and Teams Sponsor & Partner Packages Available!
Private hospitality access for Drivers includes 2 VIP passes with each car entry. Private Team/Crew hospitality is available for purchase at a reduced rate.
Additional VIP Guest and Crew hospitality packages available for purchase in addition to each car entry allocation Porsche Sprint Challenge hospitality will run throughout the event weekend with high-end catered meals, beverages and snacks.
The Porsche Motorsport North America (PMNA) Customer Support Team is a dedicated group of highly specialized engineers who support customer teams on and off the track.
Support services include product training, maintaining an online database with technical information, on-hand support at race events throughout North America, as well as electronics support with diagnostic data analysis.
Parts can be purchased directly from the PMNA warehouse in Carson, California, or from one of the support trucks traveling to racetracks throughout North America for the following series: Porsche Sprint Challenge North America, IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship, IMSA Michelin Pilot Challenge, IMSA VP Racing SportsCar Challenge, Fanatec GT World Challenge and Porsche Deluxe Carrera Cup North America.
Porsche Motorsport North America provides full drivetrain services for all Porsche Motorsport engines and transmissions. Our experienced workshop team in California supports our clients through the rebuild of their racing engines and gearboxes in the US and Canada. Each gearbox serviced at PMNA and every engine leaving our workshop is first quality proven via our sophisticated dynamometer tests and Porsche quality control. Our vintage team offers vintage race car drivetrain services and full vehicle restorations of vintage Porsche race cars from both prototypes and GT cars with a focus on the originality of the cars.
PMNA also provides full marketing support to all race customers including access to the Porsche Sprint Challenge North America website, a dedicated media team to deliver press releases and driver media exposure across the season. A comprehensive content and digital social media team attend all events to create a range of bespoke content for our drivers and teams that extends the reach and exposure beyond the sports broadcast partnership.
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| Round | event | date |
|---|---|---|
| Round 1 | Sebring Int Raceway | Feb 28 - March 2, 2025 |
| Round 2 | Sonoma Raceway | APRIL 4 - 6, 2025 |
| Round 3 | Circuit of the Americas | MAY 16 - 18, 2025 |
| Round 4 | Virginia International Raceway | JULY 11 - 13, 2025 |
| Round 5 | Road America | AUGUST 8 -10, 2025 |
| Round 6 | Watkins Glen International | AUGUST 29 -31, 2025 |
| Round 7 | Road Atlanta | September 12 - 14, 2025 |
| Round | event | date |
|---|---|---|
| Round 1 | Spring Mountain | MARCH 21 - 23, 2025 |
| Round 2 | Sonoma Raceway | APRIL 4 - 6, 2025 |
| Round 3 | Circuit of the Americas | MAY 16 - 18, 2025 |
| Round 4 | Utah Motorsports Campus | MAY 30 - JUNE 1, 2025 |
| Round 5 | Weathertech Raceway | JULY 25 - 27, 2025 |
| Round 6 | Road Atlanta | September 12 - 14, 2025 |
