Porsche Penske Motorsport Dominates Sebring with 1-2 Finish

Porsche secures 20th overall victory at the iconic 12-hour endurance race

Mar. 22, 2026 at 4:23pm

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Porsche Penske Motorsport delivered a commanding performance at the Mobil 1 Twelve Hours of Sebring, securing a one-two finish in the GTP class and extending their lead in the 2026 IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship. The No. 7 Porsche 963, piloted by Felipe Nasr, Julien Andlauer and Laurin Heinrich, took the checkered flag, repeating their success from the 2025 event. This victory also marks Porsche's 20th overall win at the iconic endurance race.

Why it matters

Porsche's success at Sebring highlights the manufacturer's dominance in endurance racing, with the Porsche Penske Motorsport team emerging as a formidable force in the IMSA championship. This victory, coupled with their earlier win at the Rolex 24 at Daytona, solidifies Porsche's position as a leading contender in the world of endurance racing.

The details

The race was tightly contested, with the No. 6 Porsche 963, driven by Kévin Estre, Laurens Vanthoor, and Matt Campbell, briefly taking the lead. However, Nasr, demonstrating both speed and determination, reclaimed the top spot with just over an hour remaining, ultimately securing the win by a 1.515-second margin. Porsche's success was not limited to the GTP class, as Manthey and AO Racing secured a one-two finish in the GTD Pro class with the Porsche 911 GT3 R, marking the first time Porsche had achieved a 1-2 finish in two different IMSA classes since 2008.

  • The race took place on March 22, 2026.

The players

Porsche Penske Motorsport

A partnership between Porsche and Penske Racing, the team has emerged as a dominant force in endurance racing, winning both the Rolex 24 at Daytona and the Mobil 1 Twelve Hours of Sebring in 2026.

Felipe Nasr

The Brazilian driver, who piloted the winning No. 7 Porsche 963, has demonstrated remarkable consistency, securing victories at both the Rolex 24 at Daytona and the Mobil 1 Twelve Hours of Sebring in 2026.

Julien Andlauer

A French driver who co-drove the winning No. 7 Porsche 963 with Felipe Nasr and Laurin Heinrich.

Laurin Heinrich

A German driver who co-drove the winning No. 7 Porsche 963 with Felipe Nasr and Julien Andlauer.

Kévin Estre

A French driver who co-drove the second-place No. 6 Porsche 963 with Laurens Vanthoor and Matt Campbell.

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What they’re saying

“Winning Sebring on the heels of Daytona is an incredible experience. A one-two finish for Porsche and Penske – unbelievable.”

— Laurin Heinrich

“After a few hours, it became clear that the race win would come down to our Porsche and the 963 driven by our teammates. Both cars spent time at the front, and we just came up short.”

— Kévin Estre

What’s next

Porsche Penske Motorsport will look to continue their winning streak at the next IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship event, as they aim to solidify their position at the top of the standings.

The takeaway

Porsche's dominant performance at Sebring, coupled with their earlier victory at Daytona, underscores the manufacturer's prowess in endurance racing. The success of the Porsche Penske Motorsport team highlights the importance of driver consistency, strategic prowess, and reliable machinery in the demanding world of endurance racing.