Thread: No Factory GT teams starting 2024
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Old 20 Aug 2021, 13:37 (Ref:4068076)   #4
WyldStallion
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WyldStallion should be qualifying in the top 5 on the gridWyldStallion should be qualifying in the top 5 on the gridWyldStallion should be qualifying in the top 5 on the grid
I find it confusing myself, but regardless GT racing at Le Mans and WEC won't really be relevant anymore after 2022. Maybe 2023 if Corvette brings the C8 to GTE AM in some way shape or form.

GM looks like will have a Corvette GT3 for 2024. I'd say run the Nurburgring 24H if they want to have a European escapade, the factory Corvette team will be welcome there. Otherwise be an IMSA only team.

Another point is that GT racing just does not need Le Mans in the 2020's. Spa 24H and Nurburgring 24H showcase them as the overall winners now and the profile of those events are very high now. Plus IMSA still treats GT racing respectfully enough that there is prestige to win the Daytona 24H and Sebring 12H classes. Although I stand by my thinking that John Doonan of IMSA is not as GT friendly as Scott Atherton was.
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