Daytona Friday Notebook
Welcome to the Daytona Friday Notebook, your go-to source for all the latest news and updates from the world of motorsports. In this edition, we’ll be covering the thrilling events that took place on Friday at the iconic Daytona International Speedway.
Practice Sessions
The day kicked off with a pair of practice sessions, one for the Daytona Prototype international (DPi) class and another for the GT Daytona (GTD) class. The DPi class saw the No. 31 Whelen Engineering Racing Cadillac DPi-V.R. driven by Pipo Derani set the fastest lap, with a time of 1:34.785.
| Pos | Driver | Car | Lap Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pipo Derani | No. 31 Whelen Engineering Racing Cadillac DPi-V.R. | 1:34.785 |
| 2 | Felipe Nasr | No. 77 Mazda Motorsports Mazda RT24-P | 1:35.123 |
| 3 | Oliver Jarvis | No. 77 Mazda Motorsports Mazda RT24-P | 1:35.456 |
Qualifying
Late in the afternoon, the teams took to the track for qualifying, with the DPi class taking center stage. The No. 31 Whelen Engineering Racing Cadillac DPi-V.R. once again showed its pace, with Pipo Derani setting a lap time of 1:33.685 to take pole position.
| Pos | Driver | Car | Lap Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pipo Derani | No. 31 Whelen Engineering Racing Cadillac DPi-V.R. | 1:33.685 |
| 2 | Felipe Nasr | No. 77 Mazda Motorsports Mazda RT24-P | 1:34.086 |
| 3 | Oliver Jarvis | No. 77 Mazda Motorsports Mazda RT24-P | 1:34.456 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the Daytona Prototype international (DPi) class?
A: The DPi class is a category of sports prototype racing cars that compete in the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship. - Q: Which car set the fastest lap in the DPi class practice session?
A: The No. 31 Whelen Engineering Racing Cadillac DPi-V.R. driven by Pipo Derani set the fastest lap. - Q: Who took pole position in the DPi class qualifying session?
A: Pipo Derani in the No. 31 Whelen Engineering Racing Cadillac DPi-V.R. took pole position. - Q: What is the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship?
A: The IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship is a professional sports car racing series that features a variety of classes, including DPi, LMP2, GTLM, and GTD. - Q: Who are the top three drivers in the DPi class qualifying session?
A: The top three drivers are Pipo Derani, Felipe Nasr, and Oliver Jarvis. - Q: What is the Daytona International Speedway?
A: The Daytona International Speedway is a racing circuit located in Daytona Beach, Florida, and is one of the most iconic tracks in the world. - Q: How many practice sessions were held on Friday?
A: There were two practice sessions held on Friday, one for the DPi class and another for the GTD class. - Q: Which class had the most entries in the qualifying session?
A: The DPi class had the most entries in the qualifying session. - Q: Who is the defending champion of the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship?
A: The defending champion is the No. 31 Whelen Engineering Racing Cadillac DPi-V.R. team. - Q: What is the next event in the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship calendar?
A: The next event is the 12 Hours of Sebring.
Conclusion
In conclusion, Friday at the Daytona International Speedway was an exciting day, with plenty of action on and off the track. The DPi class practice and qualifying sessions saw some incredible racing, with the No. 31 Whelen Engineering Racing Cadillac DPi-V.R. team showing its dominance. We can’t wait to see what the rest of the weekend has in store.
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