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KAMINSKEY, MATHES, ORSINI Lead Flag-to-Flag at Sonoma Ferrari Challenge

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July 26, 2026

GRRL! SUMMARY:

  • MELISSA KOZYRA maintains Coppa Shell Am championship lead despite finishing third at Sonoma, as Fabian Sperman finally broke through for his first victory after five consecutive runner-up finishes this season.
  • Championship leader Johnny Kaminskey extended his Trofeo Pirelli dominance with his sixth win of 2026, becoming the only driver to win at every circuit visited this season.
  • Part-timer Michael Mathes showcased impressive pace in Trofeo Pirelli Am, capturing his third victory in five starts while holding off points leader Mitchell Green in a close battle.
  • Kevin Orsini’s wire-to-wire Coppa Shell victory vaulted him up the championship standings after previously struggling with just one Sebring podium to his credit before Sonoma.

UPCOMING:

  • Sunday qualifying at Sonoma Raceway – 9:35 a.m. PT
  • Coppa Shell Race – 2:00 p.m. PT Sunday
  • Trofeo Pirelli Race – 3:00 p.m. PT Sunday

LINKS TO RACER'S PROFILE PAGES:

MELISSA KOZYRA

coppa shell, ferrari challenge north america, sonoma raceway, trofeo pirelli

GRRL! summary based upon reporting by News Release originally appearing on sportscar365.com