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Earl Bamber takes pole in Cadillac sweep at Detroit IMSA race

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Last updated May 30, 2026

Earl Bamber takes pole in Cadillac sweep at Detroit IMSA race
Summary

Earl Bamber secured pole position for the Chevrolet Detroit Sports Car Classic, driving the Whelen Cadillac #31 V-Series.R. Bamber recorded a lap time of 1m05.313s on the 1.645-mile street circuit, marking his third career pole and first in the GTP class. Cadillac's success in their home race highlights the team's competitive performance this season. The race is set to showcase Cadillac and Corvette's capabilities further as they aim for victory.

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By the Numbers
  • •Earl Bamber recorded a lap time of 1m05.313s.
  • •This is Bamber's third career pole position.
  • •The race features a 1.645-mile, nine-turn street circuit.
  • •Cadillac sweeps the front rows for the event.
  • •Bamber's pole is his first in the GTP class.
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What they're saying
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Jack Aitken and Earl Bamber delivered the breakthrough victory for Whelen Cadillac in the Chevrolet Detroit Sports Car Classic. After starting on pole, the combo were practically untouchable, at one point holding a 14s lead during the 100-minute sprint round for the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship. Despite multiple late cautions, Aitken remained composed and went on to win by 6.023s ...Keep reading

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Cadillac is on top at General Motors' home IMSA round after Earl Bamber took pole for the Chevrolet Detroit Sports Car Classic. The 35-year-old New Zealander drove Whelen Cadillac’s #31 V-Series.R to a quick lap of 1m05.313s around the 1.645-mile, nine-turn street circuit. This is Bamber’s third career pole, first in GTP. “The car has been amazing,” Bamber said. “We had a great ...Keep reading

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Cadillac is on top in the home race after Earl Bamber took pole for the Chevrolet Detroit Sports Car Classic. The 35-year-old New Zealander drove Whelen Cadillac’s #31 Cadillac V-Series.R to a quick lap of 1m05.313s around the 1.645-mile, nine-turn street circuit. It’s Bamber’s third career pole, first in GTP. “The car has been amazing,” Bamber said. “We had a great car last ...Keep reading

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