{
  "id": 19362241,
  "title": "Jake Walker returns to Turner Motorsport for full-time 2027 IMSA GTD drive",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/10/jake-walker-returns-to-turner-motorsport-for-full-time-2027-imsa-gtd",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-11-10T16:42:50.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Motorsport.com",
    "slug": "motorsport-com",
    "url": "https://www.motorsport.com/imsa/news/jake-walker-returns-to-turner-motorsport-for-full-time-2027-imsa-gtd-drive/10873685/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Turner Motorsport, a New Hampshire-based squad, has announced that full-time driver Jake Walker will return for their 30th season in professional racing in 2027. Walker will partner with co-driver Robby Foley in the #96 BMW M4 GT3 EVO, competing in the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship's GTD class. Walker previously drove for Turner in the IMSA Michelin Endurance Cup in 2024 and 2025, securing a second-place finish at Indianapolis Motor Speedway and a team-best fifth-place at the Rolex 24 At Daytona. Walker expressed excitement about returning to Turner Motorsport and BMW Motorsport, sharing that he has gained valuable experience as a full-time driver over his first season in IMSA. Team owner Will Turner emphasized Walker's growth and confidence, stating that he believes the duo will be championship contenders. Foley, who returns to Turner Motorsport for his 10th season and ninth full-time campaign in GTD, praised Walker's performance and looks forward to carrying the team's momentum into the 2027 season. Turner Motorsport is currently seeking an experienced, funded Silver-rated driver to join their endurance lineup for the IMSA Michelin Endurance Cup rounds.",
  "summary": "Turner Motorsport is set to celebrate a milestone 30th season of professional racing in 2027, renewing its long-standing exclusivity with BMW and welcoming a familiar face back to its full-time driver lineup. The New Hampshire-based squad will anchor its 2027 IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship campaign around the #96 BMW M4 GT3 EVO in the GTD class, anchored by full-season co-drivers ...…",
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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."
}