Conquest Racing locks in 2027 IMSA GTD lineup with Manny Franco full-time return
Conquest Racing is gearing up for another campaign in the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship, marking its fourth consecutive season fielding a Ferrari in the Grand Touring Daytona (GTD) class during a landmark year for the organization. Established in 1997 by former Belgian driver Eric Bachelart, the Indianapolis-based squad will celebrate its 30th anniversary next season. Conquest boasts…
Conquest Racing has announced their 2027 IMSA GTD lineup, securing full-time participation from Manny Franco. This marks Franco's return to the team after competing in select races during the 2026 season. Alongside Franco, Albert Costa will also rejoin the team for a third consecutive season in the GTD class. Lorenzo Patrese, who has been serving as co-driver through most of 2026, is shifting his focus to the IMSA Michelin Endurance Cup, taking on the role of primary full-season co-driver.
The team, founded in 1997 by Eric Bachelart, will be celebrating its 30th anniversary next season. Bachelart expressed his excitement about Franco's return, stating that the team aims to push for results each weekend as the competition in IMSA continues to intensify.
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