Former Radical Racers Set to Take On Rolex 24 At Daytona

Former Radical Racers Set to Take On Rolex 24 At Daytona

By Michael Anderson

January 29, 2025 at 09:58 AM

Six former Radical drivers will compete in the prestigious Rolex 24 At Daytona, showcasing the British manufacturer's role in developing racing talent.

Race car speeding on track

Race car speeding on track

George Kurtz, who began racing Radical SR3's at Spring Mountain Motor Club, brings significant experience including three Daytona podiums and recent second-place finishes in LMP2 (2023, 2024).

Toby Sowery wearing racing headphones

Toby Sowery wearing racing headphones

His co-driver, Toby Sowery, winner of the 2022 Radical World Finals Pro 1500 class, joins him in the No. 04 CrowdStrike Racing by APR entry, starting ninth in LMP2.

David Heinemeier Hansson, who started in Radicals at Autobahn Country Club, brings Le Mans experience including a 2015 GTE-Am win. He'll drive the No. 18 Era Motorsport entry from 11th position in LMP2.

Racecar driver wearing helmet

Racecar driver wearing helmet

Jon Field, the reigning Radical Cup North America Platinum class champion, returns to IMSA after 15 years.

Race driver interviewed on stage

Race driver interviewed on stage

Field's teammate in the No. 43 Inter Europol Competition LMP2, Bijoy Garg, won the Pro 1340 race in 2023 and claimed an LMP2 victory at Le Mans with United Autosport.

Formula race car on track

Formula race car on track

PJ Hyett, driving the No. 99 AO Racing prototype from sixth in LMP2, won multiple Radical Cup races at Barber Motorsports Park in 2024.

Pink race car with pit crew

Pink race car with pit crew

Additionally, 2024 Radical Cup Pro 1340 champion Suellio Almeida made his Michelin Pilot Challenge debut, finishing fourth in TCR class with Bryan Herta Autosport.

Red and black Formula racing car

Red and black Formula racing car

The 2025 Radical Cup North America championship begins at Sebring (February 27-March 2), featuring six rounds including three alongside IndyCar, continuing to develop racing talent through its global racing series.

Photos by RTD Media/IMSA

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