Dudu Barrichello eyes GTD title in IMSA season finale
Motorsport.com • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 1, 2026, 8:33 PM
Last updated Oct 1, 2026
Eduardo ‘Dudu’ Barrichello is poised to conclude his first full season in the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship with a chance to claim the GTD title. The Brazilian driver, racing the #27 Aston Martin Vantage GT3 Evo for Heart of Racing, has achieved three podium finishes, including two second-place results, in his first four races of the season. His strong performance has placed him among the contenders for the championship, which will be decided at the season finale. This upcoming event is critical as it represents Barrichello's opportunity to secure silverware following a competitive campaign.
- •Dudu Barrichello drives for Heart of Racing
- •Three podiums in first four races this season
- •Targeting GTD title in season finale
- •Currently sits among championship contenders
- •Utilizes #27 Aston Martin Vantage GT3 Evo
- 8:33 PMMotorsport.com — Dudu Barrichello to end 'fun year' in IMSA with outside chance at GTD title
"Eduardo ‘Dudu’ Barrichello didn’t come into his first full season in the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship with any expectations, but is right in the mix for silverware. The Brazilian, piloting the #27 Aston Martin Vantage GT3 Evo for Heart of Racing, put together a strong early campaign with three podiums - including two runner-up results - in his opening four races to sit atop ...Keep reading
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