A DECADE TO REMEMBER AT SEBRING
The first decade of the new century will be remembered as
perhaps the greatest in Sebring history. The year 2000 brought
big changes to Sebring, including a new pit structure and
a track hotel, to name just a few. And the American Le Mans
Series brought the world's best racing teams to Sebring,
producing some of the most exciting moments in endurance
racing history. It is difficult to pick just ten great moments
from the previous ten years, but we did our best.
- The Great Finish – 2007
The now legendary last lap Porsche
vs. Ferrari battle for the GT2 win thrilled all those in
attendance and a world-wide television audience. With fireworks
as a back-drop, the Risi Ferrari bumped its way to victory
by the closest margin in Sebring history.
(see
YouTube video)
- First Diesel Win
– 2006
Audi records a historic first, winning Sebring with
its diesel-powered R10 prototype.
- Audi vs BMW Battle – 2000
Audi records its first major
international endurance racing victory after a furious
race long battle with defending Sebring champion BMW.
- 50th
Anniversary Celebration – 2002
A record crowd watches Audi
win its third straight Sebring. Dozens of former winning
drivers and their cars return to celebrate the Golden Anniversary
of America's greatest sports car race.
- Saleen Upsets Corvette
– 2001
One of the biggest upsets ever at Sebring,
as Saleen stuns Corvette in the GTS class.
- Penske Porsche
Breaks Audi Streak – 2008
Porsche takes the overall win
for the first time in 20 years, ending Audi's eight-year
winning streak.
- Aston Martin Victory – 2005
In the debut race of the DB9,
the legendary British manufacturer returns to victory lane
for the first time in 49 years, winning the GT1 category.
- The
Fastest Sebring Ever – 2009
The new Audi R15 wins in its
debut race, setting the fastest average speed in Sebring
history.
- Bentley
Comes to Sebring – 2003
Although they didn't win at Sebring,
the Bentley team made its only North American appearance
here before winning at Le Mans.
- First
Green Challenge – 2009
A new era in motorsports as the American
Le Mans Series, the Global Leader in Green Racing, introduces
the Michelin Green X Challenge.
