The Mazda scholarship winner endured disappointment in race one, but came back for a solid finish in race two, with plenty of positives to take away from his debut weekend

Jeremy Fletcher launched his 2026 Whelen Mazda MX-5 Cup Presented by Michelin campaign in winning fashion, capturing his first victory of the season at Daytona International Speedway and immediately setting the tone for his title defense. The weekend also delivered a rare honor, as Fletcher was invited by Mazda Motorsports to compete in the HSR IMSA Classic, driving the iconic 1991 Mazda RX-7 GTO from the Mazda Motorsports Heritage Collection.

With several drivers already confirmed for the 2026 Whelen Mazda MX-5 Cup season, JTR Motorsports is pleased to announce the addition of Jameson Riley to its growing driver lineup

JTR Motorsports Engineering will kick off the 2026 Whelen Mazda MX-5 Cup Presented by Michelin season in a big way, bringing an impressive nine-driver lineup to the iconic Daytona International Speedway for the championship’s opening round, January 21–23.

Championship contenders return alongside rising stars and exciting new entries