Defending Whelen Mazda MX-5 Cup presented by Michelin Champion Jeremy Fletcher recovered from a heartbreaking Race 1 DNF at Daytona International Speedway with a win in Race 2 on Friday. He was followed across the line by another driver looking for redemption, Tyler Gonzalez (No. 57 BSI Racing), who finished Thursday’s race at the back of the field because of a tire puncture.

Since 2021, Whelen Mazda MX-5 Cup presented by Michelin has never disappointed when it comes to outstanding racing at Daytona International Raceway. The start of the 2026 season continued this trend with another photo finish, where Noah Harmon (No. 12 Hendricks Motorsports) won his first-ever Whelen Mazda MX-5 Cup race by 0.039-second over Justin Adakonis (No. 23 McCumbee McAleer Racing).

Reigning Whelen Mazda MX-5 Cup presented by Michelin Champion, Jeremy Fletcher (No. 22 McCumbee McAleer Racing), began his quest for title number two by winning the Motul Pole Award at Daytona International Speedway.

Motul, producer of high-quality performance motor oils and lubricants, is partnering with the Whelen Mazda MX-5 Cup presented by Michelin to provide participants with the best products in the industry.

With 44 cars entered in Rounds One and Two, the Whelen Mazda MX-5 Cup presented by Michelin 2026 season is set to commence in spectacular fashion at Daytona International Speedway this week. The sizeable field sets a new record for the series and includes a deep roster of talent with three former champions as well as more than a dozen rookies.