Madison Snow Joins Magnus Racing’s No. 44 Aston Martin for Rolex 24 Return

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (FNN SPORTS) — Magnus Racing will return to the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship’s GTD class for the 2026 Rolex 24 at Daytona, bolstering its lineup with Utah native and endurance standout Madison Snow. The announcement comes just six weeks before the iconic 24-hour race.

Team owner and driver John Potter said adding Snow brings the team’s Utah roots full circle.

“We’re excited to add Madison Snow to our lineup for 2026,” Potter said. “With a family history well established just miles from me in Utah, it will be something special to finally compete together rather than against each other.”

Snow Brings Championship Pedigree and Endurance Wins

Snow joins the Utah-based team as a seasoned IMSA competitor with seven series championships and 15 wins. His résumé includes victories at the Rolex 24 at Daytona, 12 Hours of Sebring, and Petit Le Mans — making him a valuable addition to Magnus Racing’s endurance program.

He will team up with Potter, Spencer Pumpelly and Aston Martin factory driver Nicki Thiim in the No. 44 Aston Martin Vantage GT3. Collectively, the lineup boasts 5.5 Rolex 24 victories as well as wins at Sebring, Petit Le Mans, the 24 Hours of Spa and other marquee endurance events.

“Even though I’ve competed against Magnus Racing for my entire career, this feels like a group I’ve known forever,” Snow said. “They’re incredibly experienced, and joining John, Spencer, and Nicki is a fantastic opportunity.”

Pumpelly and Thiim Return Amid Strong 2026 GTD Field

Veteran Spencer Pumpelly, who has captured 2.5 Rolex 24 wins, returns for another attempt at Daytona glory. Thiim, despite multiple 24-hour victories worldwide, is still seeking his first Rolex 24 triumph.

“This year’s GTD field is as strong as it’s ever been,” Pumpelly said. “The last two years have brought us bad luck with incidents outside our control. We’re hoping 2026 is different.”

Magnus Racing suffered setbacks in 2024 and 2025 — first in a multi-car crash, then with an engine failure — after earning runner-up finishes in both 2022 and 2023.

Team Eyes Daytona and Beyond for 2026

Magnus Racing plans to compete in a limited endurance schedule in 2026, with additional events to be determined. The team is also exploring new partnership opportunities for both sprint and endurance rounds.

Practice for the Rolex 24 at Daytona begins Thursday, Jan. 22. The 24-hour race runs Jan. 24–25.