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Corvette Racing at Long Beach: What a Weekend Shaping Up

  • Corvette Racing is gearing up for the Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach with two Chevrolet Corvette Z06 GT3.Rs entered in the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship.
  • The No. 13 AWA Corvette, driven by Matt Bell and Orey Fidani, aims to build on past successes, including a sixth-place finish at Long Beach last year.
  • The No. 36 DXDT Racing Corvette, with drivers Robert Wickens and Tommy Milner, features a unique Bosch hand-control electronic braking system for Wickens.
  • Wickens will make his debut in a Corvette Z06 GT3.R at Long Beach, supported by Chevrolet's commitment to accessibility in motorsports.
  • Corvette Racing's history of success includes 140 victories worldwide, with 117 in IMSA competition.
  • Chevrolet facilitated Wickens' entry into GTD racing by collaborating with Bosch, Pratt Miller, and DXDT Racing.
  • In addition to the IMSA race, Corvette Z06 GT3.Rs will compete in SRO Motorsports' GT America series at Long Beach.
  • Long Beach holds significance for Corvette, with eight GT victory captures and a total of 22 victories by Chevrolet at the event over the years.
  • The Grand Prix of Long Beach will be broadcast live on USA Network, with streaming available on Peacock for qualifying and the race.
  • Driver quotes from Matt Bell, Orey Fidani, Tommy Milner, and Robert Wickens express excitement and determination for the upcoming race.

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