The 2026 Rolex 24 at Daytona begins this weekend at Daytona International Speedway. Sixty cars will battle through a full 24 hours of racing action. The event remains one of motorsport’s most demanding endurance tests.
Exotic Brands Highlight the 2026 Entry List
The GTP class features several elite manufacturers with global pedigree. The Aston Martin Valkyrie makes its long‑awaited debut in top‑class competition. Porsche Penske Motorsport returns with two updated Porsche 963 prototypes. They aim for a third straight overall victory in the event.
Cadillac enters three V‑Series.R machines with deep driver lineups. Acura Meyer Shank Racing fields two ARX‑06 prototypes with major star power. BMW M Team WRT completes the class with two hybrid GTP entries.
GT Classes Deliver Even More Exotic Variety
Ferrari returns with the Risi Competizione 296 GT3 EVO. Lamborghini brings the Huracán GT3 Evo2 to the grid. Corvette Racing fields two Z06 GT3.R entries for the new season.
Ford debuts the updated Mustang GT3 evo package. McLaren, Lexus, and Mercedes‑AMG strengthen the GTD field. Aston Martin adds depth with multiple GTD entries.
How to Watch the 2026 Rolex 24
NBC Sports provides full coverage of the 64th running of the race. Peacock offers uninterrupted flag‑to‑flag streaming for fans.
Broadcast Schedule (ET):
- Saturday, Jan. 24: 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM (NBC)
- Saturday, Jan. 24: 1:30 PM – 11:59 PM (Peacock)
- Sunday, Jan. 25: 12:00 AM – 2:00 PM (Peacock)
- Sunday, Jan. 25: 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM (NBC)
International viewers can watch on IMSA.TV or the IMSA YouTube channel.
Star Drivers to Watch in 2026
Scott Dixon and Alex Palou headline Acura’s powerful lineup. Kevin Magnussen joins BMW for another endurance challenge. AJ Allmendinger returns to Daytona with strong NASCAR experience.
Connor Zilisch steps into the Cadillac Whelen entry with rising momentum. Logan Sargeant competes in LMP2 as he expands his racing portfolio.
Why the Rolex 24 Matters
The Rolex 24 began in 1962 as a three‑hour race. It expanded to a 24‑hour format in 1966 and became a global classic. The event tests durability, teamwork, and mechanical excellence. It remains a cornerstone of the IMSA WeatherTech Championship. The race also serves as a proving ground for future racing technology.
