The British driver Jack Hawksworth is preparing for a new challenge in his career next weekend, when he will participate in the 12 Hours of Sebring, marking his 100th start in IMSA competition. Hawksworth, a member of the Vasser Sullivan team, has achieved a total of twelve victories throughout his career, most of which have been behind the wheel of the Lexus RC F GT3.
Reflecting on this milestone, Hawksworth expressed his gratitude for the time he has spent with Lexus, highlighting that he has been competing with them for nearly a decade. “Time flies, and I have been lucky to be part of this family and to experience great moments and some not-so-good ones,” he commented.
Hawksworth admitted he was surprised when he discovered he was about to complete 100 starts. “The most important thing is the statistics of wins and podiums, but achieving this number with the same manufacturer is truly special,” he added.
History at Sebring
With an impressive record at Sebring, where he has secured class wins in 2020 and 2024, Hawksworth hopes to replicate that success this time. However, he is not exactly sure why he has had so much success at this circuit. “It’s hard to say,” he confessed.
It is worth noting that 2026 will mark the end of the RC F GT3 competition, and Hawksworth wanted to recall how the Vasser Sullivan program started in 2017 until where they are now. “I am proud to be part of this journey and to have collaborated with a great team and organization,” he concluded.
Collaboration with Kyle Kirkwood
The British driver will not be competing alone, as he will rejoin his regular teammate Ben Barnicoat and young American driver Kyle Kirkwood, who arrives in Sebring with the energy of a recent victory in IndyCar. Hawksworth praised Kirkwood’s performance and expressed hope that he brings his good energy to the race.
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