IMSA Petit Le Mans red-flagged due to lightning at Road Atlanta

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Last updated Oct 3, 2026

IMSA Petit Le Mans red-flagged due to lightning at Road Atlanta
Summary

The Motul Petit Le Mans faced a red flag for weather conditions, specifically lightning, forcing a halt at Michelin Raceway Road Atlanta. The race was stopped for at least 30 minutes with approximately 6 hours and 25 minutes remaining. Colin Braun led the Grand Touring Prototype category, while Parker Thompson, Tommy Milner, and Albert Costa took the lead in their respective divisions. The event, which began shortly after noon, was subject to inclement weather that had impacted track conditions prior to the storm.

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  • •The race was red-flagged for lightning near the track.
  • •Colin Braun leads the Grand Touring Prototype category.
  • •Parker Thompson heads the LMP2 standings.
  • •The race started just after noon under inclement weather.
  • •Red flag lasted for a minimum of 30 minutes.
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  • 8:29 PMYahoo Sports — IMSA Petit Le Mans red-flagged for lightning
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The season finale was stopped for about 30 minutes at Road Atlanta.

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