Acura ARX-06 Secures Third, Sixth in Detroit GP Qualifying

Acura ARX-06 prototypes from Meyer Shank Racing with Curb Agajanian have secured third and sixth starting positions for the upcoming Detroit Grand Prix. Nick Yelloly qualified the #93 Acura ARX-06 in third place, setting the stage for him and co-driver Renger van der Zande to defend their 2025 victory on the challenging 1.7-mile street circuit. The sister #60 Acura ARX-06, driven by Tom Blomqvist, will start from sixth.

Qualifying Session Highlights

Nick Yelloly expressed satisfaction with the third-place qualifying result for the #93 Acura ARX-06, noting that the team maximized their potential. He suggested that starting third, rather than second, could offer a strategic advantage at the beginning of the race. The team made significant adjustments after struggling in Practice 2, which contributed to their improved performance in qualifying.

Tom Blomqvist's qualifying effort in the #60 Acura ARX-06 was impacted by a red flag that prematurely ended the session before he could complete a full attack lap. Blomqvist indicated that the car experienced balance issues, and getting the tires up to optimal temperature proved challenging. Despite these setbacks, the #60 car will start sixth, with Blomqvist and co-driver Colin Braun aiming for their first win of the season.

Race Prospects and Historical Context

Yelloly and van der Zande are the defending champions of the Detroit Grand Prix, having won the 2025 event from pole position and leading 30 laps during the 100-minute IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship race. The duo has already secured a victory this season at the Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach, another 100-minute super-sprint event. Acura has a history of consecutive wins at the Detroit street circuit, adding to the anticipation for this year's race.

Colin Braun and Tom Blomqvist, in the #60 Acura, are looking to secure their first victory of the 2026 season. The Meyer Shank Racing team will leverage their experience on the Detroit street circuit as both cars compete for podium finishes in the demanding urban environment.

Broadcast Information

The Detroit Sports Car Classic will be broadcast live on NBC, with coverage beginning at 4 PM ET on May 30th, 2026. Viewers in the United States can also access live flag-to-flag coverage via NBC Peacock. International audiences can watch the race live on IMSA's YouTube channel. Additionally, Radio Le Mans will provide live flag-to-flag audio coverage through IMSA.com.

With both Acura ARX-06 entries positioned well on the grid, the Meyer Shank Racing team is set for a competitive outing at the Detroit Grand Prix. The race presents an opportunity for the #93 car to secure back-to-back victories and for the #60 car to achieve its first win of the season, further solidifying Acura's presence in the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship.