Already competing in the GTP and GTD classes of the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship, The Heart of Racing Team will now add an IMSA Michelin Pilot Challenge GS programme in 2026.
Hannah Grisham and Hannah Greenemeier will run the full season in the #26 Aston Martin Vantage GT3 EVO, with Mike David Ortmann joining at the four-hour BMW M Endurance Challenge at Daytona.
It’s a continuation of a successful partnership for Greenemeier and Grisham after two strong seasons together in the Pirelli GT4 America series, moving up from the Am to the Silver class during the 2024 campaign, and continuing to string together solid results – including two podiums this season.
“I’m incredibly grateful to The Heart of Racing for this opportunity,” said Grisham. “Racing a full season in the 2026 IMSA Michelin Pilot Challenge is a dream. I’m excited to kick off the season at Daytona and take on some iconic tracks that are new for me, like Watkins Glen and Canadian Tire Motorsports Park. I’m really looking forward to continuing to share the car with Hannah Greenemeier. The longer race format is a bit different than what we are used to, but I think it will play to our strengths. I can’t wait for what’s ahead!”
“I’m beyond excited to be back with The Heart of Racing for another season, and to be competing in IMSA Michelin Pilot Challenge,” said Greenemeier. “I’ve watched the series for many years, and it has a lot of talent in it. Being in the IMSA paddock is truly a privilege. It’s great to be back with Hannah for another year, and to have Mike Ortmann with us in Daytona is something I’m incredibly excited for. I’m ready for our first race in Daytona in January; it’s a track I have never driven on, but I know that we will get up to speed quickly. I want to say a massive thank you to The Heart of Racing for this opportunity, Gabe Newell and Yahn Bernier. Let’s go racing!”
Two-time ADAC GT4 Germany champion Ortmann is also preparing for his Michelin Pilot Challenge debut at Daytona. The Aston Martin Racing Driver Academy graduate competed against Grisham and Greenemeier this season in GT4 America, finishing third in the Silver class standings for fellow Aston Martin customer JMF Motorsports.
“I’m incredibly happy and truly can’t wait to join The Heart of Racing Team for the IMSA Michelin Pilot Challenge, ” said Ortmann. “Racing at Daytona is a childhood dream that’s now coming true, and I’m excited to bring my experience to the team. I was really impressed by their progress in 2025, and I hope to find my place to help the team push even further. I’m confident we have a great package, and I can’t wait to get started together.”
“We’re excited to expand our footprint within IMSA and welcome this talented lineup to the #26 programme,” added Team Principal Ian James. “The Hannahs have proven themselves to be consistent, smart, and resilient racers, and Mike adds valuable experience to the team. IMPC is a highly competitive championship, and this entry represents our commitment to developing future talent while continuing to race with purpose.”
Feature image courtesy of The Heart of Racing Team
