Harvey and Liddy Sweep Pro-Am; Race for RP Earns Podiums and Fuels Purpose Off Track

Monrovia, CA (October 24, 2025) – Forte Racing closed out its inaugural McLaren Trophy America season with a commanding performance at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. The team’s No. 24 Cypress Land Co. McLaren Artura Trophy EVO, driven by Tanner Harvey and Patrick Liddy, captured the overall and Pro-Am victory in Race 1 before following up with a third place overall and another Pro-Am win in Race 2. The result marked a double class sweep and an emphatic finish to the 2025 season.

The team’s Race for RP entry, piloted by Neil Langberg and Kevin Madsen, added to the celebration with Papaya Cup podiums in both races. Beyond the track, the weekend also featured McLaren’s Finish Line Social Fueled by Race for RP on Friday evening, where partners, team owners and drivers, and program supporters gathered to celebrate the success of the inaugural McLaren Trophy America season and raise awareness and vital funds for autoimmune disease research, underscoring the team’s dual mission of racing for performance and for purpose.

Drivers Tanner Harvey and Patrick Liddy showed exceptional pace and teamwork throughout the weekend, combining to deliver RP Motorsports by Forte Racing’s first overall McLaren Trophy America victory.

“What a weekend at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway,” Harvey said. “From the moment we hit the track, everything just clicked. We qualified P1 in class and 3rd overall for Race 1, and P3 in class and 7th overall for Race 2 — setting us up for one of the most exciting weekends yet.

In Race 1, I started and jumped straight into the fight for the lead. After moving into P1 overall, I handed the car off to Patrick Liddy, who absolutely sent it in the second half — bringing it home 1st in class and 1st overall. Total team effort and pure execution.

For Race 2, Patrick started and charged through the field before handing the wheel to me to close it out. We finished 1st in class and 3rd overall, locking down another strong podium to cap off an unforgettable weekend.

I was also named Driver of the Weekend, which is a huge honor — and honestly, just the icing on the cake after everything we accomplished. As Ricky Bobby says, “If you ain’t first, you’re last.” Indy was all about pushing the limit, trusting the car, and leaving it all out there.

Huge thanks to Forte Racing, Cypress Land Co., McLaren, and our entire crew for giving us a car that was fast, reliable, and ready to fight. And of course, to Patrick, for being an absolute beast behind the wheel — couldn’t ask for a better teammate.”

Harvey’s teammate, Patrick Liddy, echoed his enthusiasm and credited the team’s preparation and execution for the dominant result.

“I have to thank everyone at Forte for a fantastic finale to McLaren Trophy,” Liddy said. “Doesn’t get better than winning both races and coming away with an overall win in Race 1. Tanner drove amazing races and very consistent, smart stints. I was also happy with the car and my pace, especially in race one. Looking forward to coming back next year!”

In the Papaya Cup division, driver Neil Langberg and coach Kevin Madsen capped a season of progress with back-to-back podium finishes. Despite an early setback in Race 1, the duo rebounded with a strong P2 finish in Race 2, continuing their mission to raise awareness for Relapsing Polychondritis and related autoimmune diseases.

“IMS is my new favorite track,” Langberg said. “Our strategy was to keep our position in the Papaya Cup. The team effort was huge and focused. In Race 1 we had good pace and held the position until I suffered a bad shunt from behind. This hit took me off track for a while, but we finished a P3 in the cup race. In Race 2 with the car repaired the results were better with a P2 result.

The weekend finished with the McLaren Finish Line Social which raised important donations to fund continuing research for RP.

Focus now shifts to the UK/MTC on 11/15 for the Trophy season-ending dinner and one more bite of the papaya to raise more awareness and accelerate research for autoimmune disease.

As for the season, many thanks to McLaren and Forte Racing. The season was transformative with a new series, new car and new team. What did not change was that we kept our eyes up on the prize of helping patients with RP and autoimmune diseases. Building on relationships old and new, the goal of why we race remains the same: finding a cure for RP and this race never ends. Looking forward to’26’.”

Langberg’s co-driver Kevin Madsen, reflected on the team’s performance and his driver’s steady growth throughout the season.

“It would have been hard to wrap up the season any better,” Madsen said. “Proud of Neil. He’s talked a lot about this transformative year and the most exciting part for me has been watching his continual transformation into a fully focused and improved driver on track. He’s stood on the podium more this year than any past racing season in his life and it just goes to show that hard work pays off.

The entire Forte team helped make that happen and they should be immensely proud as well. The team awards they’ve won and the overall win this weekend for Tanner and Patrick are further proof of the Forte’s dominant performance. I can’t wait to get to work on next season but let’s not forget we still have plenty to do for RP in the offseason! Thanks to all who have followed along, attended our fundraisers, shared and donated to this worthy cause. Let’s keep this momentum rolling at race pace!”

RP Motorsports by Forte Racing Team Manager Jon Miller commended the program’s growth and unity during its debut McLaren Trophy campaign.

“Our debut McLaren Trophy season has been a masterclass in growth, grit, and good racing,” Miller said. “Kevin and Neil showed the heart of this program every weekend and closing it out at Indy feels like the perfect punctuation mark on a remarkable first chapter for RP Motorsports by Forte.”

Forte Racing Team Program Manager David Cozart added praise for both the drivers and the team’s engineering effort throughout the year.

“The final race of the season was a great experience,” Cozart said. “Neil and Kevin had an excellent weekend, driving with intent, passion, and focus. Neil’s performance on the Papaya Cup podium truly reinforced the message that drives the Race for RP – what a class act!

Our Pro-Am entry absolutely excelled in its class. Tanner and Patrick worked together in beautiful harmony, setting a high standard for others to follow.

This last season the Forte Racing team truly rose to the occasion, taking on a new chassis development in the SRO racing format. I believe we successfully massaged and tuned the chassis to best suit our drivers, making them highly competitive. Thank you to all at McLaren, SRO, and all my Forte teammates for making this a season to remember.”

Team Principal Shane Seneviratne concluded by recognizing the group’s shared success on and off the track, as well as their continued commitment to the Race for RP mission.

“This weekend at Indianapolis was the perfect way to close out our first McLaren Trophy America season,” Seneviratne said. “The entire team executed at a high level, from Tanner and Patrick’s outstanding double wins to Neil and Kevin’s continued progress and podiums in the Papaya Cup. What makes me proud isn’t just the results, it’s how everyone came together around the Race for RP mission. The dedication, collaboration, and passion from every driver, crew member, and partner have made this season special. We’ve built a strong foundation with McLaren and look forward to growing this program even further in 2026, both on track and in support of the fight against autoimmune disease.”

With the McLaren Trophy America finale complete, RP Motorsports by Forte Racing now looks ahead to the McLaren Technology Centre awards on November 15, where champions and teams will gather to celebrate the season. The team’s purpose remains clear — to keep racing for awareness, funding, and a future free from autoimmune disease.

To learn more about the mission behind the team, watch the award-winning documentary The Race of Our Lives, now streaming on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y0tZYRazk8U.

ABOUT RACE FOR RP

Race for RP is a motorsports initiative aimed at driving awareness and accelerating research for RP and other autoimmune diseases. Through collaboration with drivers, teams, and sponsors, Race for RP fuels education, accelerates research, and raises awareness of Relapsing Polychondritis and other related autoimmune diseases. For more information, visit raceforrp.org or follow @raceforrp on social media.

ABOUT FORTE RACING

Founded in 2023, Forte Racing is a motorsports team based in Los Angeles and Charlotte, supported by Lamborghini Squadra Corse. Under the watchful eye of Shane Seneviratne, the team competes in various racing series, including the IMSA WeatherTech GTD Championship, the IMSA VP Racing Sportscar Challenge, and Lamborghini Super Trofeo and, in 2025, plans to expand by adding a single-car entry in

the inaugural McLaren Trophy America Championship. Building on the foundation of US RaceTronics, the team has quickly built a strong reputation with multiple podium finishes, race wins, and several North American and World Championships. For more information about the team, its drivers, and race operations, visit www.forteracing.com.

ABOUT THE SERIES

The inaugural McLaren Trophy America Championship series launched in Spring 2025. The season features 10 rounds at five iconic U.S. tracks with each event coinciding with the Fanatec GT World Challenge America powered by AWS.

ABOUT RELAPSING POLYCHONDRITIS

RP is a rare and degenerative autoimmune disease that primarily affects cartilage in the body, causing inflammation that can lead to severe complications. RP affects multiple organs, including the ears, nose, airways, joints, and even the heart and brain. Research is essential to improve care and treatment options for those living with RP.

Current Championship Contender Love to Pilot the No. 2 Whelen Chevrolet for 2026 NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series

WELCOME, N.C. (October 24, 2025) – Whelen Engineering, a global leader in the emergency warning industry for over 70 years, will continue their partnership with Richard Childress Racing in 2026 as anchor sponsor on the No. 2 Chevrolet in the NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series. Jesse Love will return to the organization to pilot the race-winning entry.

“Richard Childress Racing has been an excellent ambassador for Whelen Engineering over the years,” said Peter Tiezzi, general manager of motorsports for Whelen Engineering. “We’re excited to extend our partnership and continue to impact the communities we serve through our race team partnership in 2026. We both remain focused on providing industry-leading solutions. Jesse Love has done a phenomenal job representing our brand. We wish him the best in his NASCAR Playoffs run this season and look forward to competing alongside him and RCR for a championship in 2026.”

Since first partnering with RCR in 2022, Whelen has grown to become one of the most recognizable brands in the NASCAR Xfinity Series, building upon their overall success in motorsports. Whelen has utilized their partnership with RCR and Love to raise awareness for a variety of programs important to the core values of the company, such as the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund and the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation, while also highlighting key segments of the company, such as Whelen Aerospace Technologies.

Driven by a mission to protect those who protect others, Whelen provides the high-quality, reliable products and technology needed to aid them in their critical missions. From warning lights to white illumination, sirens, controllers, and software, every product that bears the Whelen name has been thoughtfully designed, manufactured, and tested right here in America to perform at the highest level in any condition.

“Whelen’s unwavering commitment to motorsports and their focus on providing unsurpassed safety solutions to the communities they serve makes them a leader in their industry and everyone at RCR is proud to continue our partnership,” said Mike Verlander, president of RCR. “Jesse is a talented young racer that aligns with Whelen’s core mission and values. He has been a great ambassador for Whelen both on and off the track and we look forward to achieving more together in 2026.”

Love, the 2024 Xfinity Series Rookie of the Year, has found notable success in NASCAR’s second tier division while driving the No. 2 Whelen Chevrolet. The Menlo Park, Calif., native qualified for the NASCAR Playoffs back-to-back years. Both of Love’s Xfinity Series wins have come while driving the familiar white and red No. 2 Whelen Chevrolet. Love enters this weekend’s race in Martinsville, Va., the final race in the Round of Eight, 40 points ahead of the cutoff to advance into the Final Four and compete for a championship in Phoenix.

“I’m proud to continue my relationship with Richard Childress Racing and Whelen Engineering and look forward to building upon our already strong foundation,” said Love. “Whelen’s strong commitment to motorsports is unmatched. Thank you to Sonny, Geoff, Peter, and everyone at Whelen for their faith in me. My goal is to go out and win races and championships for RCR and Whelen.”

For more information, please visit rcrracing.com.

Whelen Engineering is a family-owned company with a pioneering spirit and a passion to protect the lives of those who protect and serve others. The company mission is to provide industry-defining safety solutions around the world, while creating a community of problem-solvers who are inspired to push boundaries and continue our legacy of delivering ground-breaking innovation. As a global leader in the emergency warning industry, Whelen has been trusted to perform since 1952, when George Whelen III invented the first rotating aviation beacon. Whelen now encompasses two state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities in Connecticut and New Hampshire with nearly 1,000,000 square feet of engineering and manufacturing space and the largest design staff in the industry. Every part of every Whelen product is proudly designed and manufactured in America. We embrace quality as our foundation, we celebrate innovative engineering in every product we produce.

Richard Childress Racing is a renowned, performance-driven racing, marketing and manufacturing organization. Incorporated in 1969, RCR has celebrated over 50 years of racing and earned more than 200 victories and 16 championships, including six in the NASCAR Cup Series with the legendary Dale Earnhardt. RCR was the first organization to win championships in the NASCAR Cup Series, NASCAR Xfinity Series and NASCAR Truck Series and is a three-time winner of the Daytona 500 (1998, 2007, 2018). Its 2025 NASCAR Cup Series lineup includes two-time NASCAR Cup Series champion Kyle Busch (No. 8 Chevrolet) and 2017 Coca-Cola 600 winner and 2018 Daytona 500 champion Austin Dillon (No. 3 Chevrolet). RCR fields a full-time NASCAR Xfinity Series program with Jesse Love (No. 2 Chevrolet) and Austin Hill (No. 21 Chevrolet).

MARTINSVILLE, Va. (Oct. 23, 2025) – The second-ever Whelen Mazda MX-5 Cup presented by Michelin race at Martinsville Speedway somehow matched— and maybe even exceeded— the thrills of the inaugural race. In a green-white-checker finish, Jeremy Fletcher (No. 22 McCumbee McAleer Racing) beat Westin Workman (No.13 BSI Racing) to the line by 0.003-second at the iconic half mile NASCAR track.

Coming off last year’s fantastically entertaining debut race, there was no shortage of hype surrounding the second year of Mazda MX-5 Cup racing at Martinsville. Once again, race fans got another amazing show with battles for the lead throughout the 100 laps and very few yellow flags.

The drama started before the race even began because Nathan Nicholson (No. 56 Advanced Autosports), the fastest driver in qualifying, was sent to the back of the grid for failing post-qualifying tech. This put Frankie Barroso (No. 50 Spark Performance) in the pole spot for the first time in his Mazda MX-5 Cup career.

Barroso held his own against Fletcher, the newly crowned MX-5 Cup Champion, and Workman before the trio began to battle for the lead. Behind them, Nicholson was making up ground quickly and sportscar superstar Earl Bamber (No. 31 Hendricks Motorsports), who started sixth, was moving in to claim a spot on the podium.

When the caution flag came out for the lap 50 stage break, Workman was the leader, followed by Fletcher and Bamber, then Jagger Jones (No. 86 BSI Racing) and Nicholson. That would not be how the second stage started, however. New this year, during the stage break, a fan pulled a number out of a hat that set an inversion for the top 10. The fan pulled the number seven, which meant the top seven cars inverted for the start of stage two.

Ironically, the driver who was seventh and thus inherited the pole for the next stage, was Barroso.

On his second shot at leading the field to green, Barroso was once again able to defend his lead, but it didn’t take long for Nicholson, who had a great start, to get around him and into the lead and Fletcher followed.

The race looked like it was reverting back to how the field was running at the end of stage one until Ethan Tovo (No. 30 McCumbee McAleer Racing) bounced off the side of Bamber and into the barrels at the entrance to the track’s former pit lane. A red flag was issued to clean up the area and replace the barrels, but Tovo and Bamber’s races were done.

The race resumed with 27 laps to go and Nicholson in the lead. He and Workman were able to pull away from the field, but a late-race yellow created a green-white-checkered situation, just like last year.

After finishing runner-up in last year’s race, Workman had learned re-starting on the inside, behind the leader, was the place to be. He lined up behind Nicholson for the start, with Fletcher taking the outside of the front row.

Workman was unable to execute a bump-and-run on Nicholson, the way it was used on him last year, and Fletcher could only hang on to the outside for so long before he had to fall in line behind Nicholson.

Coming off the back straight on the final lap, Nicholson went defensive, pulling to the inside, this slowed both his and Fletcher’s corner entry dramatically. The two made side-to-side contact as Workman quickly caught and tagged the rear bumper of Fletcher, who got sideways and nearly put Nicholson in the wall.

Nicholson had to back out of the throttle and Fletcher and Workman drag raced to the finish line for a photo finish. The timing screens showed the winner was Fletcher by 0.003-second.

“I was on the radio asking for advice (about the restart),” Fletcher said. “My car chief Dalton Dow once called on the radio and tells me that I’m not here to win the race unless I go to the top side. So, I went to the top because I wasn’t going to let him say that and look where it got us.”

Fletcher learned a lot from last year’s race that he was able to use toward this year’s victory.

“We all knew that the invert was coming, and we wanted to stay clean for the first 50 laps,” Fletcher said. “I was happy to sit behind Weston [Workman]. It kind of turns to chaos in the last 50. We learned that last year. I was just kind of waiting for that. I think I timed it decently. I wasn’t in a position I would ideally want to be on that last lap, on the top side, but it paid out in our favor.”

On top of the $250,000 Fletcher got for winning the championship two weeks ago, he received a cool $25,000 for the win Thursday night and a Martinsville clock.

Finishing second again was tough for Workman, but he knew he had done everything he could to get the win.

“Last year was replaying in my head, and honestly, I just tried to do what happened to me last year,” Workman said. “Nicholson did a good job of holding his own. I thought maybe Fletcher and Nicholson would take each other out, and I was going to slot through for the win, but just came up short this year. It sucks to finish second again, but I’m happy to be here and happy BSI finished two and three.”

Jones was thrilled to complete the podium at Martinsville after finishing 16th in last year’s race and having to put a pause on his 2025 MX-5 Cup season after a big crash on the St. Petersburg street circuit.

“I didn’t really get much practice today,” Jones said. “We had some issues, so if I hadn’t run here last year, I would have been in trouble. I just took what I learned about protecting the bottom, which was huge, especially this year, and just took that experience and was able to come home P3.”

Polesitter Frankie Barroso was able to finish fourth, while Sally Mott (No. 15 Spark Performance) earned her first ever MX-5 Cup top five finish.

The 2025 Mazda MX-5 Cup season has officially come to an end. The 2026 season kicks off January 21 at Daytona International Speedway.

All races from the 2025 season can be watched anytime on the IMSA and RACER YouTube channels.

About: The Whelen Mazda MX-5 Cup presented by Michelin is the signature spec series for Mazda Motorsports. The series has been operated by Andersen Promotions since 2017 and is currently sanctioned by IMSA. Mazda-powered grassroots champions can earn Mazda scholarships for this pro-level series. The Whelen Mazda MX-5 Cup awards more than $1 million in prizes and scholarships.

Find out more at http://www.mx-5cup.com.