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KAIA TEO Secures Double Pro Class Podium at Road America

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September 2, 2026

GRRL! SUMMARY:

  • KAIA TEO delivered consecutive Pro class podiums at Road America with co-driver Paul Holton, finishing third in both races despite challenging wet conditions and a pit-stop penalty in Race 1.
  • TEO arrived at Road America second in Pro class standings after winning on debut at Sonoma and maintaining consistent front-running form throughout her rookie McLaren Trophy campaign.
  • Holton qualified second overall, missing pole by 0.006 seconds, while TEO’s fifth-place qualifying set up a recovery drive. She demonstrated strong pace management in wet Race 1 despite the 7.21-second penalty.
  • TEO’s opening stint in Race 2 saw her pass multiple competitors before handing off to Holton, who charged from fourth to third in Pro class before a late caution ended advancement opportunities.

UPCOMING:

  • McLaren Trophy North America season finale at Indianapolis, October 8-11, 2026

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GRRL! summary based upon reporting by RACERS originally appearing on www.racers-behindthehelmet.com