Late surge delivers McLaren 1-2 in IMSA Michelin Pilot Challenge at Indianapolis
The IMSA Michelin Pilot Challenge produced a late-race twist at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, where Michael Cooper guided the No. 44 Ibiza Farm Motorsports (formerly Accelerating Performance) McLaren Artura GT4 to victory in the Grand Sport (GS) class.
Decisive move at the Brickyard
Cooper executed a late pass on Robert Noaker in the No. 60 KOHR Motorsports Ford Mustang GT4, capping a measured run that culminated in a McLaren 1–2 as the checkered flag approached. The finish rewarded patient race management and seizing opportunity in the closing stages.
Why it mattered
With the GS field typically separated by tenths and strategy windows tight, the ability to execute under pressure at Indy underscores both the car’s balance and the team’s pit wall calls. For Cooper and Ibiza Farm Motorsports, it’s a signature result at a marquee venue.
After the flag
As the series barrels toward its finale, consistency and late-race composure continue to define the contenders in one of IMSA’s most competitive championships.
