Felipe Nasr led the No. 7 Porsche 963 to victory at the 2025 Rolex 24 At Daytona, defending their title from 2024 in a thrilling finish against Tom Blomqvist's Meyer Shank Racing Acura.

Key Highlights:

• Nick Tandy made history as the first driver to win 24-hour races at Daytona, Le Mans, Nürburgring, and Spa-Francorchamps
• Laurens Vanthoor secured his first Daytona overall win
• Nasr became the first back-to-back Rolex 24 winner since 2022-23

Porsche Penske's Dominance:

• Led 517 of 781 total laps
• No. 7 car led 307 laps
• Secured victory after intense battle with teammate Matt Campbell

Notable Performances:

• Meyer Shank Racing's Acura finished second with Blomqvist, Braun, Dixon, and Rosenqvist
• Campbell, Jaminet, and Estre completed the GTP podium in third
• RLL BMW M Hybrid V8 finished fourth after collision damage
• Cadillac's best finish was fifth with Wayne Taylor Racing

Key Incidents:

• Frederik Vesti crashed due to suspension failure
• Louis Deletraz had a significant crash but walked away unharmed
• Lamborghini SC63 retired early due to overheating
• Multiple suspension issues affected several teams

The race showcased intense competition throughout, with Porsche Penske's strategic excellence and driver skill ultimately proving decisive in securing their second consecutive Rolex 24 victory.

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