SEBRING, Florida (March 18, 2026) – Paul Miller Racing returns to Sebring International Raceway this week for the Mobil 1 Twelve Hours of Sebring, looking to build on a strong start to the 2026 IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship season and extend an impressive run of endurance race success.
The No. 1 BMW M4 GT3 EVO, driven by full-season pairing Connor De Phillippi and Neil Verhagen, will once again be joined by Max Hesse for the second round of the Michelin Endurance Cup.
The trio arrives at Sebring with confidence following a victory at the Rolex 24 At Daytona, where the team scored maximum points to take the early lead in the GTD PRO championship standings with 366 points.
Sebring marks one of the toughest challenges on the IMSA calendar. The historic 3.74-mile, 17-turn circuit is notorious for its bumpy concrete surface, a legacy of its former life as a World War II airfield.
Combined with Florida’s heat and humidity, the race places extreme demands on both car and driver over 12 hours of competition, with traffic management across four classes adding another layer of complexity.
Momentum is firmly on Paul Miller Racing’s side. Dating back to last year’s Sebring event, the team has secured podium finishes in five consecutive endurance races – an impressive streak that underlines the consistency and execution of the BMW M Motorsport squad in long-distance competition.
With dry and warm conditions expected throughout the week, teams are likely to face a demanding race defined by tire management, reliability, and precision over the full 12-hour distance.
Track position and clean execution through pit cycles will be critical in a race where small mistakes can quickly compound.
As the IMSA season’s first major endurance test beyond Daytona, Sebring presents a key opportunity for Paul Miller Racing to strengthen its championship position and continue its strong early-season form.
Qualifying takes place on Friday from 11:25 AM to 12:40 PM ET, with live coverage available on IMSA.TV, Peacock, and YouTube. The Mobil 1 Twelve Hours of Sebring goes green on Saturday at 10:10 AM ET, with full race coverage streaming on Peacock and YouTube through to the finish.
Fans attending the event can meet the team and drivers during the official autograph session on Friday from 2:15 PM to 3:15 PM.
12 Hours of Sebring – Weekend Schedule
Thursday, March 19, 2026
Practice 1: 10:05 a.m. – 11:35 a.m. ET
Practice 2: 4:15 p.m. – 5:45 p.m. ET
Practice 3 (Night): 7:45 p.m. – 9:15 p.m. ET
Friday, March 20, 2026
Qualifying: 11:25 a.m. – 12:40 p.m. ET
Saturday, March 21
Race: Saturday, 10:10 a.m. – 10:10 p.m.ET
Track Facts
Circuit Length: 3.74 miles (17 turns)
Classes: GTP, LMP2, GTD PRO, GTD
Entries: 55 total
