ERIKA HOFFMANN Claims First Porsche Sprint Victory in Season Finale Triumph

September 16, 2025

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ERIKA HOFFMANN delivered a masterclass in defensive driving to claim her first-ever Porsche Sprint Challenge North America victory at Road Atlanta. Starting from the front row after an impressive qualifying performance, the Kellymoss driver held off relentless pressure from teammate LONI UNSER throughout race one before inheriting the lead when leader Jens Hantson suffered a technical failure with two minutes remaining. This breakthrough win capped off what had been a standout rookie campaign for Hoffmann.
The weekend showcased HOFFMANN’s rapid development as she consistently demonstrated pace through the middle sector that kept her ahead of pursuing competitors. Despite visiting most venues for the first time this season, she adapted quickly to Road Atlanta’s challenging layout and secured her first front row start of the campaign. Her qualifying time of 1:26.829 was over a second faster than her previous day’s efforts, proving she could find speed when it mattered most.
HOFFMANN’s tactical awareness shone through both races as she expertly managed pressure from UNSER while maintaining competitive lap times. In race two, she secured second place in the Cayman Pro/Am class despite being passed by Keith Grant, who was competing in the Masters division. The weekend’s results gave HOFFMANN the largest points haul of any driver across both races, providing crucial momentum as she seeks funding to return for a full-time campaign next season.