Ford Racing leads opening practice at IMSA Michelin GT Challenge
Racer • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 21, 2026, 8:48 PM
Last updated Aug 21, 2026
Ford Racing topped the opening practice session at the IMSA Michelin GT Challenge at Virginia International Raceway on August 21, 2026. This session saw GTD Pro championship leaders Paul Miller Racing face challenges early, impacting their performance for the weekend. Teams are preparing for qualifying and subsequent races as the competition unfolds at this venue.
- •Ford Racing leads the opening practice session.
- •Paul Miller Racing faces early setbacks.
- •The event takes place at Virginia International Raceway.
- •Qualifying and races are upcoming this weekend.
- 8:48 PMRacer — It’s advantage Ford as VIR IMSA weekend begins
"Ford Racing led the opening practice session for this weekend’s IMSA Michelin GT Challenge at VIRginia International Raceway, as GTD Pro championship leaders Paul Miller Racing suffered an early setback to their weekend.
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