Capestro-Dubets Joins GMG in Three-Car Carrera Cup Effort

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GMG Racing will mount a full season, Pro class championship-seeking campaign in Porsche Carrera Cup North America, confirming John Capestro-Dubets as part of its three-car effort that kicks off next week at Sebring International Raceway.

The 2022 Lamborghini Super Trofeo North America Pro-Am champion and 2024 GT4 America Silver title winner, Capestro-Dubets moves over from GMG’s McLaren Trophy America program, where he was also a race-winner.

“Carrera Cup is undoubtedly one of the toughest series in the States,” he said. “With so many drivers moving on to IMSA WeatherTech and WEC, my goal this season is to clearly prove my value.

“The dream has always been a shot at a Rolex 24. At 37, I’m lining up against a grid of hungry juniors, so the challenge isn’t just about raw pace.

“I’m excited for this new chapter and every lesson I learn on track this year is something I can eventually pass down to the drivers I mentor.

“The bumps there are no joke at Sebring, but it is always a dream come true to race at a track with so much heritage.”

Capestro-Dubets will be joined for the full season by team owner/driver James Sofronas in his signature No. 14 Porsche 911 Cup entry, competing in the Pro-Am class, with longtime customer Kyle Washington set for a partial campaign in his Masters class No. 32 Porsche.

Washington will miss next week’s season opener at Sebring International Raceway but will join the filed later in the season.

GMG Racing will be celebrating its 25th season of competition this year.

“With their respective experience and non-stop commitment to improving their driving, I am super confident both JCD and Kyle will join me in contending for Carrera Cup class victories and podiums this year,” said Sofronas.

“As Porsche’s top single-make racing series, the level of competition in Carrera Cup is immense and pushes us to be better as a team.

“We’ve had a taste of victory at several of the tracks on the calendar, and with the new Type-992.2 Porsche 911 Cup car debuting this season, there is new opportunity and challenge ahead.

“I’m looking forward to sharing that challenge with JCD and Kyle.

“Having JCD with us for the full season adds consistency and winning history to our program, and whenever Kyle is in the car, we know he’s a threat for the podium in the Masters class.”

Source: Sports Car 365