Daytona Beach, Fla. — The No. 7 Penske Porsche 963, driven across the finish line by Felipe Nasr, claimed the overall victory at the 2025 Rolex 24 at Daytona, capping a thrilling 24-hour battle in the prestigious endurance race. The win marks a milestone for Porsche Penske Motorsport, as the team delivered a near-flawless performance in the highly competitive GTP class.
A Team Effort
Nasr, along with teammates Matt Campbell and Michael Christensen, piloted the No. 7 car to victory in a race that tested both man and machine. The trio showcased a perfect combination of speed, strategy, and consistency, navigating through relentless traffic and maintaining their composure during critical stints.
“This is incredible,” Nasr said after climbing out of the car. “The whole team worked so hard for this moment. To win at Daytona with this group is something I’ll never forget.”
The victory was particularly sweet for Team Penske, which has a storied history at Daytona. For Porsche, the win underscores the performance of the 963 prototype in its second year of competition.
The Final Hours
The battle for the overall win intensified in the final hours, with the No. 7 Porsche fending off challenges from the Rahal Letterman Lanigan BMW and its sister car, the No. 6 Penske Porsche. Precise pit stops and Nasr’s cool-headed driving in the closing stages allowed the No. 7 to pull away and secure the victory.
“It was all about execution,” said Team Penske president Tim Cindric. “We knew we had the car and the drivers to win, but everything had to go right—and it did.”
Class Standouts
In the other classes, Sebastien Bourdais drove a stellar final stint to secure victory in the LMP2 class, while Connor Zilisch, despite a late spin, helped Trackhouse Racing secure a top-five finish in GTD Pro.
GTD honors went to the No. 57 Winward Racing Mercedes-AMG, which outlasted a field of fierce competitors in the largest class of the event.
A Testament to Endurance
The 2025 Rolex 24 at Daytona once again lived up to its reputation as one of the toughest tests in motorsport. From the cold Florida night to the chaotic restarts and relentless pace, the race pushed every team and driver to their limits.
For Felipe Nasr and the No. 7 Porsche team, it was a day of triumph and a moment to etch their names into endurance racing history. As the celebrations erupted in Victory Lane, it was clear this was a victory built on preparation, perseverance, and flawless execution.
