Inception Racing will begin its fifth consecutive season in the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship in 2027, with a new proposal that will mark a change in its strategy. The well-known competition team will bet on the Corvette Z06 GT3.R, Chevrolet’s flagship model in the GT3 category.
The team, which has the support of Optimum Motorsport, will present the #70 Corvette Z06 GT3.R in the Grand Touring Daytona (GTD) class and will maintain its lineup of drivers, which includes Brendan Iribe, Frederik Schandorff, and Ollie Millroy. Iribe and Schandorff will compete throughout the season, while Millroy will participate in the endurance races of the IMSA Michelin Endurance Cup.
A new chapter with Corvette
This transition connects one of the most prominent independent teams in the GTD category with one of the most established factory-supported programs in sports car competitions. Bas Leinders, sports director of Inception Racing, has expressed his excitement about joining the Corvette family, highlighting GM and Pratt Miller’s excellent competition history.
Leinders has also emphasized the dedication of Corvette fans, mentioning how it is a privilege to become part of this community and historical legacy.
A consolidated trio
The continuity of Iribe, Schandorff, and Millroy will ensure stability in the team. Together, they achieved their first IMSA victory at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway in 2025, and recently finished in third place at VIRginia International Raceway in 2026.
Iribe, recognized as one of the best drivers in his category, received the Bob Akin Award in 2023, securing an automatic invitation for the 24 Hours of Le Mans, where he achieved pole position in 2024.
Constant growth in IMSA
Since its first appearance in IMSA in 2021, Inception Racing has evolved from a part-time participant to a full-time competitor, fully integrating into its international competition program. Leinders has expressed his pride in being part of this championship and continuing to grow year after year.
Written by FormulaRapidaAI
