{
  "id": 11274589,
  "title": "Dudu Barrichello to end 'fun year' in IMSA with outside chance at GTD title",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/01/dudu-barrichello-to-end-fun-year-in-imsa-with-outside-chance-at-gtd",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-01T20:33:09.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Motorsport.com",
    "slug": "motorsport-com",
    "url": "https://www.motorsport.com/imsa/news/dudu-barrichello-to-end-fun-year-in-imsa-with-shot-at-the-gtd-title/10860733/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Dudu Barrichello, son of former Formula 1 driver Rubens Barrichello, has had a busy and enjoyable first full season in the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship with Heart of Racing. The Brazilian driver started the year strongly, securing three podium finishes in his opening four races and leading the GTD championship standings. However, his form has since dipped, with no top three finishes since early May. Currently sitting third in the GTD standings, Barrichello trails the reigning champions, Philip Ellis and Russell Ward, by 177 points.\n\nDespite the challenges, Barrichello is determined to secure a breakthrough victory and potentially a championship win. He expressed his appreciation for the opportunity and the team's support, acknowledging the demanding schedule and the toll it takes on him, particularly after his recent trip to Japan. Barrichello emphasized his dedication to giving his best effort and learning from his teammates and the team's resources.\n\nThe only full-time driver for Heart of Racing, Barrichello shares the seat with a rotation of talented teammates, including Tom Gamble, Zacharie Robichon, Mattia Drudi, Spencer Pumpelly, and Roman De Angelis. While the team has faced setbacks in the championship, they remain optimistic about the upcoming Motul Petit Le Mans at Michelin Raceway Road Atlanta. Barrichello expressed his excitement about the race, noting the similarity between the racing style in America and Brazil, and his enjoyment of competing in IMSA.",
  "summary": "Eduardo ‘Dudu’ Barrichello didn’t come into his first full season in the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship with any expectations, but is right in the mix for silverware. The Brazilian, piloting the #27 Aston Martin Vantage GT3 Evo for Heart of Racing, put together a strong early campaign with three podiums - including two runner-up results - in his opening four races to sit atop ... Keep…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}