Conquest Racing with Ferrari is setting its sights on a strong performance at the famed Sebring International Raceway for the second round of the 2025 IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship. Drivers Manny Franco, Daniel Serra, and Cédric Sbirrazzuoli are back in action with the #34 Corsa Horizon Ferrari 296 GT3, ready to take on one of the most demanding endurance races of the season, the Mobil 1 Twelve Hours of Sebring.

The team faced unexpected mechanical issues in the opening round at Daytona International Speedway, which hindered their chances of securing their desired objectives. Nevertheless, they persevered and were able to address the issues and conclude the event, collecting valuable championship points and important data in the process. Now, with lessons learned and adjustments made, the team is determined to bounce back stronger in Sebring.

Sebring’s notoriously rough and bumpy track surface is a true test of endurance for both drivers and machinery alike. However, Conquest Racing remains confident that they are up to the challenge. The team recently completed a successful test at the track a few weeks prior, with two solid very strong days of running, enabling the team to make further advancements with the car. The days at the circuit proved to be highly valuable, with significant progress made in regards to the setup.

“We know that the 12 Hours of Sebring will be a big challenge, but our goal remains the same,” said Manny Franco. “Daytona was tough, but we are ultimately coming into this next round with further insights that will only help us going forward, and we’ll be able to apply those lessons to ensure we’re even more competitive at Sebring. We want to be consistently strong throughout each and every round, and we’ll be taking every opportunity to set ourselves up for success.” 

Daniel Serra echoed Franco’s enthusiasm; “I’m happy to be back with Conquest Racing. I’m eager to get back in the car and continue to expand on the work and progress we have made so far. Sebring is a fantastic track, and it’s a place we all look forward to coming to because it really pushes your limits. It’s challenging, demanding, but one where the 296 usually performs really well. I’m looking forward to a strong weekend with the team.” 

Cédric Sbirrazzuoli is also eager for redemption after Daytona; “I really hope we can get a good result in Sebring after Daytona’s setbacks. Everyone did an incredible job in Daytona, but luck simply wasn’t on our side. Sebring is probably the hardest challenge of the season but the team and us drivers are ready to fight for it and bring the team the result we deserve.”

Conquest Racing with Ferrari will be back in action throughout the Sebring race weekend, with practice sessions kicking off on Thursday, March 13, at 10:05 AM, 3:05 PM, and 7:45 PM ET. GTD Qualifying follows on Friday, March 14, at 11:25 AM ET, along with an autograph session at 2:30 PM ET. The excitement culminates on Saturday, March 15, when the 73rd Annual Mobil 1 Twelve Hours of Sebring begins at 10:10 AM ET. With their sights firmly set on a podium return, the team is ready to take on the Sunshine State.