
{"id":1526,"date":"2026-03-16T17:21:41","date_gmt":"2026-03-16T17:21:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/tt-blogs.dealerfire.com\/champion-porsche\/?p=1526"},"modified":"2026-03-16T17:22:42","modified_gmt":"2026-03-16T17:22:42","slug":"champion-porsche-sponsors-ao-racing-as-roxy-makes-sebring-debut","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.champion-porsche.com\/blog\/champion-porsche-sponsors-ao-racing-as-roxy-makes-sebring-debut\/","title":{"rendered":"Champion Porsche Sponsors AO Racing as &#8220;Roxy&#8221; Makes Sebring Debut"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\" \/>\n\n\n\n<h2>The Prehistoric Pink Porsche 911 GT3 Rawr Steps Into the Spotlight at Twelve Hours of Sebring<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\" \/>\n\n\n\n<p>At Champion Porsche, we believe racing heritage isn&#8217;t just something we sell\u2014it&#8217;s something we live. As America&#8217;s #1 Porsche dealership and a proud sponsor of <strong>AO Racing<\/strong>, we&#8217;re thrilled to announce that <strong>Roxy<\/strong>, the prehistoric pink Porsche 911 GT3 Rawr, will make her <strong>endurance racing debut<\/strong> at the legendary Mobil 1 Twelve Hours of Sebring on March 21, 2026.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2>Stepping Up for Sebring<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Roxy isn&#8217;t just filling a seat\u2014she&#8217;s carrying a legacy. After her big brother <strong>Rexy<\/strong> suffered damage at January&#8217;s Rolex 24 At Daytona (losing that iconic diamond-studded smile for the second consecutive year), the AO Racing team needed a driver with championship DNA and unmistakable presence. Enter Roxy: same GT3 Rawr platform, same prehistoric attitude, now in striking pink livery and ready for 12 hours of Florida intensity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8220;All of us at AO are excited for Roxy to make her endurance racing debut at the Mobil 1 12 Hours of Sebring,&#8221; said <strong>Team Principal Gunnar Jeannette<\/strong>. &#8220;She&#8217;s got big shoes to fill after Rexy&#8217;s win last year, but we feel she&#8217;s ready for the challenge! We are looking forward to seeing all the fans come out to give her support at our Autograph Extravaganza!&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2>A Family Affair: Spike Returns with Championship Hardware<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Roxy won&#8217;t face Sebring alone. She&#8217;ll share the AO Racing stable with <strong>Spike the Dragon<\/strong>, the defending LMP2 class champion who has evolved back to his signature purple livery\u2014with a permanent upgrade. The tip of Spike&#8217;s tail now shines in illustrious gold, sporting a diamond &#8220;25&#8221; that commemorates his <strong>2025 championship titles<\/strong> in both the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship and European Le Mans Series.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This new &#8220;bling&#8221; parallels Rexy&#8217;s own gold and diamond &#8220;24&#8221; tooth, celebrating the Porsche&#8217;s <strong>2024 GTD PRO championship<\/strong>. At Champion Porsche, we recognize that attention to detail\u2014whether in championship jewelry or customer service\u2014is what separates contenders from champions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2>Why Champion Porsche Supports AO Racing<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Our sponsorship of AO Racing reflects core values we apply daily at our Pompano Beach dealership:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Performance Under Pressure<\/strong><br>Just as Roxy will endure 12 hours of Sebring&#8217;s brutal concrete corners and Florida heat, Champion Porsche delivers consistent excellence whether selling a new 911 GT3 or servicing a classic Carrera.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Distinctive Character<\/strong><br>A pink dinosaur racing a Porsche 911 GT3 shouldn&#8217;t work\u2014but it absolutely does. That same confidence to stand out drives our approach to customer experience at 500 West Copans Road.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Family Resilience<\/strong><br>When Rexy went down, the AO Racing family rallied. Roxy stepped up. Spike returned stronger. At Champion Porsche, our team culture mirrors that commitment: when challenges arise, we support each other and deliver for our customers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Championship Pedigree<\/strong><br>AO Racing doesn&#8217;t participate\u2014they win. As America&#8217;s #1 volume Porsche dealer, we understand that sustained excellence requires more than occasional success. It demands systems, people, and passion working in concert.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-ds.com\/blogs-media\/sites\/721\/2026\/03\/16172020\/Gemini_Generated_Image_2638qj2638qj2638-1024x682.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1528\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn-ds.com\/blogs-media\/sites\/721\/2026\/03\/16172020\/Gemini_Generated_Image_2638qj2638qj2638-1024x682.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn-ds.com\/blogs-media\/sites\/721\/2026\/03\/16172020\/Gemini_Generated_Image_2638qj2638qj2638-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn-ds.com\/blogs-media\/sites\/721\/2026\/03\/16172020\/Gemini_Generated_Image_2638qj2638qj2638-768x512.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn-ds.com\/blogs-media\/sites\/721\/2026\/03\/16172020\/Gemini_Generated_Image_2638qj2638qj2638.png 1264w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2>Watch Roxy&#8217;s Debut Live<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Mobil 1 Twelve Hours of Sebring represents IMSA&#8217;s second crown jewel event of 2026, following the Rolex 24. For Roxy, it&#8217;s baptism by fire. For Champion Porsche, it&#8217;s affirmation that our sponsorship investments support teams and drivers who embody the Porsche spirit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Race Details:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Event:<\/strong> Mobil 1 Twelve Hours of Sebring<\/li><li><strong>Date:<\/strong> Saturday, March 21, 2026<\/li><li><strong>Start Time:<\/strong> 10:10 AM ET<\/li><li><strong>Broadcast:<\/strong> Peacock (live streaming)<\/li><li><strong>Classes:<\/strong> GTD PRO (Roxy) | LMP2 (Spike)<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Fan Opportunities:<\/strong><br>Attendees can meet the AO Racing team at the <strong>Autograph Extravaganza<\/strong>\u2014check IMSA&#8217;s official schedule for timing and location.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2>From Sebring to Pompano Beach: The Champion Connection<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether you&#8217;re following Roxy&#8217;s progress from your living room or planning a visit to our showroom, Champion Porsche connects you to Porsche motorsport heritage:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>New Porsche GT3 Models:<\/strong> Experience the same 911 GT3 platform that powers Roxy and Rexy<\/li><li><strong>Porsche Motorsport Collection:<\/strong> Driver&#8217;s Selection apparel celebrating racing heritage<\/li><li><strong>Track Day Preparation:<\/strong> Service and Manthey Performance upgrades for your own Sebring aspirations<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Our sponsorship of AO Racing isn&#8217;t marketing\u2014it&#8217;s authentic alignment with a team that races Porsches the way we sell them: with expertise, personality, and unwavering commitment to excellence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\" \/>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>About Champion Porsche<\/strong><br>Champion Porsche is America&#8217;s #1 Volume Porsche center, located at 500 West Copans Road in Pompano Beach, Florida. We offer new Porsche sales, certified pre-owned vehicles, authorized service, genuine parts, and the Porsche lifestyle experience. Our motorsport partnerships reflect our dedication to the Porsche community both on and off the track.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Follow the Race:<\/strong><br>Watch Roxy and Spike at the Twelve Hours of Sebring, Saturday March 21 at 10:10 AM ET on Peacock. Follow Champion Porsche on social media for behind-the-scenes content and race updates.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Prehistoric Pink Porsche 911 GT3 Rawr Steps Into the Spotlight at Twelve Hours of Sebring<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":457,"featured_media":1527,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":[],"categories":[10,3],"tags":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v16.1.1 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Champion Porsche sponsors AO Racing as Roxy makes her Sebring 12 Hours debut. 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