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Tower Motorsports Finalizes 2026 IMSA Roster With Simpson Returning for Daytona

The move signals a bid for redemption following the 2025 Daytona disqualification.

Overview

  • Tower confirmed the No. 8 ORECA 07-Gibson lineup with owner-driver John Farano and full-season partner Sébastien Bourdais, endurance regular Sebastian Alvarez, and Kyffin Simpson added for the Rolex 24.
  • Simpson rejoins the team after prior endurance stints with Tower and a recent IndyCar sophomore year that included his first podium on the Streets of Toronto.
  • Farano, Bourdais, and Alvarez were part of the car that took the flag first at the 2025 Rolex 24 before losing the result in post-race scrutineering for a plank wear violation.
  • Tower’s 2025 campaign peaked with second at Sebring, with no finishes better than seventh in the remaining five races.
  • Bourdais is set for his 17th Rolex 24 appearance as he also readies for a second FIA WEC season with Cadillac Hertz Team JOTA.