ANNA CECCHI Claims Back-to-Back Cayman Wins at Sebring Season Opener

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March 10, 2026

GRRL! SUMMARY:

  • Porsche Mobil 1 Female Driver Program racer ANNA CECCHI delivered a masterclass performance at Sebring, sweeping the Cayman Pro-Am class with back-to-back victories from pole position. The Charlie Hayes Racing driver led flag-to-flag in both races, expertly managing pressure from Keith Grant who closed within .205 seconds in Race 1 before Cecchi pulled away again – exactly the kind of racecraft we love to see from a driver entering her second full professional season.
  • While 15-year-old Karel Staut grabbed headlines with his 992 class dominance, CECCHI’s seamless weekend stands out as potentially more significant for her championship aspirations. She won only once in 2025’s USA West series, but these commanding performances suggest she’s found another gear heading into 2026 – and the timing couldn’t be better with International Women’s Day falling on Sunday.
  • The weekend also featured family connections in the Cayman Masters class, where ANNA’s father Greg CECCHI battled wheel-to-wheel with Ramy Farid, finishing just .018 seconds ahead in Friday’s thriller. It’s always special seeing racing families support each other, and Greg’s podium finish adds another layer to what was already a perfect weekend for the Cecchi name at Sebring.

UPCOMING:

  • Round 2: Barber Motorsports Park (3 weeks)

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GRRL! summary based upon reporting originally appearing on www.porschesport.com