The GT World Challenge America Powered by AWS hits Michelin Raceway Road Atlanta this weekend for Round 4 of the 2026 season. After a tight qualifying session on Saturday, AF Corse USA sits on pole for Sunday’s feature race at 2:30 p.m. local time. The 2.54-mile road course, with its big elevation changes and flowing corners, is ready to deliver one of the most exciting races of the year so far.
This marks the series’ first full visit to Road Atlanta since 2011. Teams and drivers know the stakes are high in the championship hunt.
Date, Time & Venue
Event: GT World Challenge America Powered by AWS – Round 4
Track: Michelin Raceway Road Atlanta, Braselton, Georgia
Dates: June 12–14, 2026
Main Race: Sunday, June 14 at 2:30 p.m. ET (local time)
The weekend features practice, qualifying, and a single 90-minute feature race on Sunday afternoon. Support series including GT America, GT4 America, and TC America fill out the bill with their own races across the three days.
Live Streaming & Telecast
Fans can follow every session live through the official GT World Challenge America website. Live timing is available throughout the weekend, and the feature race will stream with onboard cameras and commentary. Check the GTWorld YouTube channel and the official SRO app for additional coverage and highlights shortly after each session ends.
Qualifying Results – AF Corse USA on Pole
Saturday’s dual 15-minute qualifying sessions produced a razor-thin battle in the Pro class. AF Corse USA claimed their first ROWE Pole Award of the season with the No. 12 Ferrari 296 GT3 EVO.
| Pos | Class | Car # | Team / Drivers | Car |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pro | 12 | AF Corse USA (Matias Perez Companc / Frederik Schandorff) | Ferrari 296 GT3 EVO |
| 2 | Pro | 34 | JMF Motorsports (Michai Stephens / Mikael Grenier) | Mercedes-AMG GT3 EVO |
| 3 | Pro | 29 | Turner Motorsport (Robby Foley) | BMW M4 GT3 EVO |
| 4 | Pro-Am | 69 | Archangel Motorsports (Todd Coleman / Aaron Telitz) | McLaren 720S GT3 EVO |
| 5 | Pro-Am | 32 | GMG Racing (Tom Sargent) | Porsche 911 GT3-R (992) EVO |
| 6 | Pro | 6 | Dollahite Racing (Cameron Lawrence) | Ford Mustang GT3 |
The top Pro-Am entry starts fourth overall, setting up strong class battles once the race goes green.
Championship Standings After Three Rounds
JMF Motorsports leads the Pro teams’ championship, but the gap is tight and Road Atlanta could shake things up.
| Pos | Team | Points |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | JMF Motorsports | 60 |
| 2 | Turner Motorsport | 55 |
| 3 | AF Corse USA | 45 |
| 4 | Dollahite Racing | 43 |
| 5 | McCann Racing | 37 |
Team News & Key Battles
AF Corse USA arrives with momentum after securing pole. The team has shown strong pace across the first three rounds and will look to convert this front-row start into their first win of 2026.
JMF Motorsports remains the benchmark. Their Mercedes-AMG has been fast all season, and they will use clean air from second on the grid to pressure the leaders early.
Turner Motorsport’s Robby Foley starts third after a strong Qualifying 2. Fresh off a win at Sebring, Foley knows how to manage a race distance and could be the spoiler if the top two stumble.
In Pro-Am, Archangel Motorsports and GMG Racing will fight for class honors while mixing it with the Pros. The McLaren on the second row has the pace to stay in the overall top five for long stretches.
What to Expect on Race Day
Road Atlanta rewards precise driving and smart strategy. The long back straight sets up overtaking into turn one, but the downhill esses and the tight bus stop complex punish mistakes. Tire management will be critical over the 90-minute distance.
Expect the leaders to run a two-stint strategy with a driver change if the pairing rules allow. Clean air at the front will be valuable, which is why pole position carries extra weight here.
Pro-Am and Am traffic will create natural passing opportunities mid-race. The top Pro teams will have to navigate that carefully without losing too much time.
The atmosphere around the track should be electric. Georgia fans love their road racing, and the sight of these GT3 machines cresting the hills with the sun low in the sky will be something special.
Race Prediction
AF Corse USA starts as slight favorites from pole, but don’t count out JMF Motorsports or Turner Motorsport. The race will likely come down to the final 20 minutes after the pit cycle. A late charge or a well-timed overcut could decide the winner.
Look for a podium battle involving the top three qualifiers, with at least one Pro-Am car sneaking into the overall top five if the leaders hit traffic at the wrong moment.
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