Acura Meyer Shank Racing Secures Top-Seven Finishes at Indianapolis

Acura Meyer Shank Racing concluded the penultimate round of the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship at Indianapolis Motor Speedway on September 21, 2026, securing fifth and seventh place finishes. The #60 Acura ARX-06 finished fifth, while its sister car, the #93, overcame multiple on-track incidents to finish seventh in the TireRack.com Battle on the Bricks. This event marks one of the final races for Acura in the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship.

#60 Acura ARX-06 Secures Fifth Place

The #60 Acura ARX-06, driven by Tom Blomqvist and Colin Braun, started from pole position. Blomqvist maintained the lead through an early full-course caution. However, following the team's pit stop and driver change, Colin Braun found himself in fourth place as several competitors opted for a short-fill fuel strategy, gaining track position.

Despite the initial strong start, the team reported difficulties with race pace, particularly during longer runs. Blomqvist noted the car struggled to maintain speed, leading to a gradual loss of positions throughout the race. Braun also commented on the challenge of starting from pole and not being able to convert it into a win, acknowledging the team's struggles with sustained performance. The #60 car ultimately crossed the finish line in fifth place after a challenging race.

#93 Acura ARX-06 Overcomes Incidents for Seventh

The #93 Acura ARX-06, piloted by Nick Yelloly and Renger van der Zande, faced significant adversity from the outset. Starting from fifth on the grid, Yelloly's race was compromised on the opening lap when contact from a competitor in Turn 2 sent the car to the back of the field. Despite this setback, Yelloly began the arduous task of recovering positions.

Co-driver Renger van der Zande continued the recovery effort, moving the car up to sixth place during his stint. However, the #93 car was involved in two additional on-track incidents, further hindering its progress. Van der Zande mentioned being hit by another car early on and later by a GTD PRO competitor, which cost the team valuable time and positions. Despite these challenges, the #93 Acura Meyer Shank Racing entry managed to finish the Acura IMSA Indianapolis race in seventh place.

Acura's IMSA Legacy Nears Conclusion

The Indianapolis race served as the penultimate event for Acura in the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship. The manufacturer is preparing for its final race, the Petit Le Mans, scheduled for September 30 to October 3 at Michelin Raceway Road Atlanta. For this concluding event, the #93 car will feature a special 'Thank You' livery, commemorating Acura's tenure in the series.

Acura's participation in the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship has been marked by substantial success. Over its involvement, Acura has accumulated 14 team, driver, and manufacturer championships. The brand also boasts 33 victories, 44 pole positions, and three wins at the Rolex 24 at Daytona, establishing a significant legacy in sports car racing.

The results from the Acura IMSA Indianapolis race set the stage for the team's final competitive outing in the series. Acura's departure from the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship will conclude a period of notable achievements and consistent performance in top-tier endurance racing.