“Racing enthusiasts who want to experience the thrill of sports car competition should look no further than the Mustang Challenge. Sanctioned by the International Motor Sports Association (IMSA), and organized by Ford Performance Racing School (FPRS) Motorsports, Mustang Challenge allows drivers up to FIA silver ratings to compete on a level playing field against other Mustang Dark Horse R cars.
Each IMSA-sanctioned event will feature two 30-minute practice sessions, one 15-minute qualifying session and two 45-minute sprint races. The field will be split into two classes – Dark Horse and Dark Horse Legends, the latter being an optional classification eligible to bronze-level drivers 45 years old and over.
The Mustang Challenge is the natural progression for drivers competing in the Mustang Cup (or the already seasoned racer) as it provides close, competitive racing in front of large crowds and streamed to a global audience. Series champions can accept a cash prize or a test in a Mustang GT4 car.” – Ford Performance
After a double podium at the Mustang Challenge Invitational in Le Mans, France, Paley Motorsport will be competing in the final four rounds of the 2025 IMSA Mustang Challenge, and the team is preparing for a full effort in 2026.
Established in 1950, Sebring International Raceway is the birthplace of American endurance racing and is North America’s oldest, permanent road racing facility. Home to the Sebring 12 Hours, this track has also hosted IMSA, F1, the 24H Series, and WEC. *Results listed below are the team’s best results from each race of the weekend.*
First run in 1923, the Circuit de la Sarthe is home to the legendary 24 Hours of Le Mans, the world’s oldest and most prestigious endurance race. Located in Le Mans, France, the track combines public roads with permanent circuit sections to create an 8.5-mile challenge of speed, strategy, and stamina. The event has become a cornerstone of international motorsport and a proving ground for manufacturers and drivers alike.
One of the fastest permanent racing circuits in the world, Road America, is a 4.048 mile long, 14 turn track located near Elkhart Lake, Wisconsin. Situated on 640 natural acres of rolling hills in Wisconsin’s Kettle Moraine, “America’s National Park of Speed™” is one of America’s longest lasting tracks since its construction in mid-50’s.
Virginia International Raceway (VIR) is a renowned road course situated on the Virginia-North Carolina border. Spanning 3.27 miles, the track has hosted a variety of prestigious racing series, including IMSA, F4 U.S. Championship, Formula Regional Americs, SRO, Moto America, and the SVRA SpeedTour. Known for its rich history and challenging layout, VIR remains a cornerstone of motorsports in the region, attracting top-level competition and enthusiasts alike.
Opened in 2012, Circuit of The Americas is a world-class facility located in Austin, Texas, and the first purpose-built Grand Prix track in the United States. Its 3.4-mile layout features 20 corners, dramatic elevation changes, and a signature uphill Turn 1. COTA has hosted Formula 1, MotoGP, IMSA, WEC, and countless other international events, quickly becoming a modern icon in global motorsport.
Introduced in 2018, the Charlotte ROVAL is a unique hybrid track that combines the high-speed oval of Charlotte Motor Speedway with an infield road course. Located in Concord, North Carolina, the 2.28-mile layout features 17 turns and delivers a mix of NASCAR-style intensity with technical road racing elements. Its unpredictable nature and tight confines have made it a fan favorite and a thrilling addition to the modern racing calendar.
