United Autosports USA Finally Claims Deserved Rolex 24 LMP2 Victory After Six-Week Wait
United Autosports USA received their official recognition for winning the Rolex 24 LMP2 class during a special ceremony at Sebring, six weeks after the race. The victory was awarded following Tower Motorsports' post-race disqualification.
Three racers in driving suits
The winning drivers - Daniel Goldburg, Paul di Resta, Rasmus Lindh, and James Allen - were presented with their winners' trophy and coveted Rolex timepieces. Allen made a special trip to Sebring for the ceremony despite not competing in the upcoming race.
Team highlights include:
- United Autosports CEO Richard Dean received the team owner's trophy
- The winning No. 22 ORECA 07 was showcased in Sebring's victory lane
- General Manager Billy Glavin purchased his own commemorative Rolex
Updated podium positions:
- United Autosports USA
- Riley (Gar Robinson, Felipe Fraga, Josh Burdon)
- PR1 Mathiasen Motorsports (Rodrigo Sales, Mathias Beche, Benjamin Pedersen)
The No. 22 United car currently leads the LMP2 championship with 385 points, followed by the No. 74 Riley with 343 points.
Note: Felipe Massa (Riley) and Ben Keating (PR1 Mathiasen Motorsports) were unable to attend the ceremony.
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