SAMANTHA TAN Recovers to 12th at Road America Despite Qualifying Setback

August 4, 2026

• SAMANTHA TAN qualified 23rd after red flag denied final flying lap, then made composed wet-weather start gaining four positions to 19th while avoiding early carnage in treacherous Road America conditions.
• Canadian rookie delivered disciplined opening stint in mixed conditions, posting consistent 2:34s while managing grip levels before handing off to veteran Bill Auberlen during first caution period.
• ST Racing executed sharp pit strategy during multiple cautions, with Auberlen climbing from 16th post-stop to 11th before finishing 12th under yellow following Sterling’s heavy Kink crash.
• TAN continues impressive development arc in rookie GS campaign after 2025 GSX Bronze title, banking consecutive solid finishes despite mechanical issues at Watkins Glen and penalty at home CTMP round.

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