With 55 days remaining until the cars hit the track, Porsche Sprint Challenge USA West by Yokohama is charging toward a fifth season packed with major additions to the calendar.
The 2026 schedule features a debut at Arizona’s APEX Motor Club, the series’ first appearance at the Velocity International at Sonoma Raceway, and a championship finale alongside IndyCar at WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca.
With entries now open, many of the championship’s long-time Porsche customer teams are expected to return, maintaining the core group that has defined the series since its launch in 2022.
“Porsche Sprint Challenge USA West has been built on stability, consistency, and the long-term commitment of our customer teams,” said Volker Holzmeyer, President and CEO of Porsche Motorsport North America.
“The 2026 calendar maintains that foundation while introducing exciting new venues such as APEX Motor Club, along with major events like Velocity International and the IndyCar weekend at Laguna Seca. These platforms give our competitors the opportunity to perform on a much bigger stage.”
2026 Calendar
February 6–8 — APEX Motor Club
The season opens with the championship’s first visit to the private Arizona facility.
April 10–12 — Sonoma Raceway (with PSCNA & PECNA)
A shared weekend aimed at reducing operational costs for teams competing across multiple Porsche One-Make programs.
May 7–9 — Circuit of the Americas (with PSCNA)
A return to COTA for a combined event with the national Sprint Challenge series.
May 29–31 — Sonoma Raceway (Velocity Invitational)
The series makes its debut at Velocity, one of North America’s premier motorsport festivals.
August 14–16 — Road America (with PSCNA & PECNA)
Another joint weekend designed to streamline travel and logistics.
September 4–6 — WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca (with IndyCar)
The season concludes at Laguna Seca, once again supporting the IndyCar weekend.
Entries open with first visit to APEX Motor Club
The 2026 season begins February 6–8 at APEX Motor Club, marking the championship’s first trip to the desert venue. The season opener will run in conjunction with the first Porsche GT Track Day of 2026, an exclusive experience designed for Porsche owners to unleash the full potential of their Porsche road cars in a motorsport environment.
APEX Motor Club is a members-only motorsport complex south of Phoenix, offering a purpose-built circuit and modern support facilities. It has quickly become a regular choice for track development programs and premium automotive events.
Velocity Invitational at Sonoma becomes a marquee moment
One of the most high-profile events on the calendar arrives May 29–31, when the championship joins Velocity Invitational at Sonoma Raceway.
Known for its premium fan experience, rare race machinery, and manufacturer showcases, Velocity brings Sprint Challenge competitors in front of one of the largest and most diverse motorsport audiences on the West Coast.
This will be the series’s first appearance at the event and is expected to be a significant highlight of the 2026 season.
“Velocity International is a perfect fit for Sprint Challenge,” Holzmeyer said.
“Some of the most significant Porsche race cars in history have competed at Velocity, including the Gulf-liveried Porsche 917 and Mark Donohue’s Penske Can-Am car. It is a world-class showcase that brings together enthusiasts, partners, and future drivers.”
The Velocity event is one of two visits to Sonoma Raceway in 2026. Round two of the championship will also be held at the venue, which has been a popular destination for the West Coast-based Porsche customer teams.
Season finale with IndyCar at Laguna Seca
The championship will conclude September 4–6 at WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca, running alongside the NTT IndyCar Series.
The joint weekend provides a major-league stage for the final championship battles and continues Porsche Sprint Challenge USA West by Yokohama’s presence at one of America’s most historic racing venues.
Porsche has become the Official Car of WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca. This move paves the way for a new Porsche Driving Center at the track and accelerates the ongoing revitalization of the iconic circuit.
Cost-efficient scheduling through joint events
A key feature of the 2026 calendar is its strategic alignment with Porsche Sprint Challenge North America and Porsche Endurance Challenge North America events.
By pairing multiple Porsche programs at the same venues, teams benefit from reduced transportation and operational expenses while retaining the same level of technical support.
“Shared weekends help our teams race more efficiently without compromising on quality,” Holzmeyer noted. “It’s an approach that allows us to deliver a strong championship while keeping costs manageable.”
Joint weekends include:
- April 10–12: Sonoma Raceway (with PSCNA & PECNA)
- May 7–9: Circuit of the Americas (with PSCNA)
- August 14–16: Road America (with PSCNA & PECNA)
New Yokohama tires for Cayman in 2026
Yokohama, the series longtime tire partner, enters 2026 with new product innovation tailored specifically to Sprint Challenge competition in the Cayman class.
“We’re thrilled to extend our partnership as the official tire supplier for Porsche Sprint Challenge USA West,” said Patricia Wall, Yokohama’s Senior Motorsports Manager.
“For 2026, we’ve developed brand-new front and rear tires specifically for the Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 RS Clubsport, engineered to deliver exceptional grip and consistency. We can’t wait to see these tires in action on the iconic tracks featured in the West series and especially at Apex Motor Club, an exciting new addition to the schedule.”
Celebrating last season’s champions
Last season produced an impressive group of champions across the Sprint Challenge USA West categories. Daniel Hanley captured the 2025 992 Pro-Am title, and Scott Blind earned the Masters championship, with both drivers attending the Porsche Night of Champions in December.
In the Cayman classes, Jack Parriott secured the Pro-Am crown, and Tom Rogers won the Masters division. Competition Motorsports completed the year as the Team Champion.
Every race streamed live
All Porsche Sprint Challenge USA West by Yokohama races will once again be broadcast live on the Porsche Motorsport North America YouTube channel, ensuring fans around the world can follow every lap of the 2026 season.
