Braselton, Georgia, September 29, 2025
News Summary
The inaugural HSR Road Atlanta Classic 10 Hour showcased thrilling racing at Michelin Raceway Road Atlanta, with several teams achieving notable victories in multiple groups. Ed Wheatley and Jimmy Llibre clinched the GT Modern Group C, while Marshall, Foss, and Matador Motorsports dominated Group D. Todd Treffert and Dennis Olthoff also celebrated wins in their respective groups. With intense competition and a diverse field of racers, this event marks a significant highlight in the HSR Classic Endurance Cup series.
Braselton, Georgia – The first winners of the HSR Road Atlanta Classic 10 Hour were announced after an exciting weekend event at Michelin Raceway Road Atlanta (MRRA). This inaugural competition took place alongside the HSR Fall Historics, showcasing a thrilling atmosphere for racing enthusiasts.
The HSR Road Atlanta Classic 10 Hour is part of the first-year HSR Classic Endurance Cup presented by Mission Foods series. This race honors the legendary ALMS and IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship 10-hour race held at MRRA in previously years.
Over the weekend, the Classic 10 Hour featured four Run Groups racing on a 2.54-mile course split over three segments during Saturday and Sunday. The event attracted a competitive field, leading to several exciting finishes across the different groups.
Key Race Outcomes
In the GT Modern (GTM) Group C, the duo of Ed Wheatley and Jimmy Llibre drove the 2019 No. 2 Porsche 991.2 GT3 R to victory. Entering the final day with a comfortable 22.398-second lead, they managed to secure their win with a final margin of 16.348 seconds over their closest competitors. Meanwhile, Zach Ehrlich and John Reisman participated in an all-Porsche 911 GT3 contest, where Ehrlich won the round but ultimately finished second overall.
Overall winners in Group D were Marshall, Foss, and Matador Motorsports, who drove the 2017 No. 02 Cadillac DPi. This win marked a significant achievement as the Matador team became the first in HSR history to win all four HSR Classic races with the same team, driver, and car combination.
Todd Treffert triumphed in Group B, achieving his second win in the first three rounds of this year’s HSR Classic Endurance Cup. In Group A, Dennis Olthoff led the field in the 1966 No. 98a Superformance GT40, marking the first victory for his team in HSR Classic competition in five years. David Agretelis finished second in Group A with a 1972 No. 166 Porsche 911 S/T.
Notable podium finishes also included Colin Dougherty in Group C, Jim Hamblin in Group B, and the duo of Keith Freiser and Aaron Scott in Group E.
Looking Ahead
The next event on the HSR schedule is the HSR Daytona Classic 24 Hour, which will take place at Daytona International Speedway from November 5 to 9. This upcoming race promises to be another thrilling showcase of endurance racing.
Events Overview
| Event | Date | Location | Winners |
|---|---|---|---|
| HSR Road Atlanta Classic 10 Hour | October 2023 | Michelin Raceway Road Atlanta | Ed Wheatley & Jimmy Llibre (GTM), Marshall, Foss, Matador Motorsports (Group D), Todd Treffert (Group B), Dennis Olthoff (Group A) |
| HSR Daytona Classic 24 Hour | November 5-9, 2023 | Daytona International Speedway | To be determined |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the HSR Road Atlanta Classic 10 Hour?
The HSR Road Atlanta Classic 10 Hour is an inaugural competition held at Michelin Raceway Road Atlanta, part of the first-year HSR Classic Endurance Cup presented by Mission Foods series, celebrating the historical 10-hour races of the ALMS and IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship.
Who won the GT Modern Group C race?
Ed Wheatley and Jimmy Llibre won the GT Modern Group C race driving the 2019 No. 2 Porsche 991.2 GT3 R, finishing with a margin of 16.348 seconds over their closest competitors.
What are the notable victories from the event?
Winners included Todd Treffert in Group B, Dennis Olthoff in Group A, and Marshall, Foss, and Matador Motorsports in Group D, making the Matador team the first to win all four HSR Classic races with the same team, driver, and car combination.
When is the next HSR event scheduled?
The next event on the HSR schedule is the HSR Daytona Classic 24 Hour, taking place at Daytona International Speedway from November 5 to 9, 2023.
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Additional Resources
- Racer: Winners Crowned at Inaugural HSR Road Atlanta Classic 10 Hour
- Wikipedia: Endurance Racing
- IMSA: HSR and Mission Expand Multi-Year Partnership
- Google Search: HSR Road Atlanta Classic 10 Hour
- Pro Football Network: HSR NASCAR Classic
- Google Scholar: HSR Classic Endurance Cup
- The Shop Magazine: HSR Names Mission Foods as Title Sponsor
- Encyclopedia Britannica: HSR
- Stadium Journey: Michelin Raceway Road Atlanta
- Google News: IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship
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