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Fangio, Haywood named in Sebring's 75th anniversary driver group
Juan Manuel Fangio and Hurley Haywood join third batch of Sebring's 75 all-time greatest drivers for 2027 race milestone.
In brief
Juan Manuel Fangio and Hurley Haywood join third batch of Sebring's 75 all-time greatest drivers for 2027 race milestone. Juan Manuel Fangio and Hurley Haywood are among 15 drivers selected for Sebring's 75th anniversary 'Class of 75' list, with the final group announced in January 2027. Originally reported by Yahoo…
Sebring's 75th anniversary drivers
Sebring International Raceway selects 75 drivers for its 12 Hours of Sebring history milestone.
Third batch of drivers announced
Juan Manuel Fangio and Hurley Haywood lead third group of 15 drivers for Sebring's 75th anniversary list.
Fangio's Sebring record
Fangio won two 12-Hour overall titles at Sebring in 1956 and 1957, with only three race starts.
Haywood's Sebring record
Haywood won twice overall at Sebring in 1973 and 1981 and made 28 starts, a record only surpassed by Bill Auberlen.
Frank Biela's wins
Frank Biela won four overall Sebring races between 1999 and 2007, all with Audi teams.
Vic Elford's Sebring record
Vic Elford won one overall Sebring race in 1971 and finished second in his first race in 1968.
Ron Fellows' Corvette record
Ron Fellows won four Sebring races in Corvettes between 1999 and 2008, with consistent podium finishes.
Oliver Gavin's wins
Oliver Gavin won six class titles at Sebring in Corvettes and Saleen cars, with his first win in 2001.
Olivier Gendebien's wins
Olivier Gendebien won three overall Sebring races between 1957 and 1962, with his first win in 1959.
Hurley Haywood's record
Haywood won twice overall at Sebring in 1973 and 1981 and made 28 starts, a record only surpassed by Bill Auberlen.
Bob Holbert's wins
Bob Holbert won his class five times in seven Sebring starts, with his last race in a Shelby Cobra.
Charles Mendez's role
Charles Mendez promoted Sebring Motor Sports International and won the 12 Hours overall in 1978.
Dirk Müller's record
Dirk Müller won three class titles at Sebring with two different manufacturers, last racing in 2024.
Next driver groups
The fourth batch of 15 drivers will be announced on December 15, 2026, with the final group on January 12, 2027.
The key point
Juan Manuel Fangio and Hurley Haywood are among 15 drivers selected for Sebring's 75th anniversary 'Class of 75' list, with the final group announced in January 2027.
