Ferrari ace Daniel Serra will be joining Manny Franco in the Conquest Racing Ferrari 296 GT3 for the full season of IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship GTD competition. Two other Conquest alumni will be on board the No. 34 Ferrari for the Rolex 24 at Daytona, Cedric Sbirrazzuoli and Giacomo Altoe.
“I am thrilled and genuinely excited to announce our driver lineup for the Rolex 24,” said team owner Eric Bachelart. “We’ve enjoyed tremendous success in 2024, including a victory with Daniel and Giacomo, as well as another win and several podiums with Manny and Cedric. Manny and I had mapped out a two-year plan; to learn in the first year and aim for wins in the second. Exceeding those expectations this previous season has only further fueled our determination. We’re highly motivated and ready to fight for the championship in 2025. I can’t wait to kick off the season at Daytona.”
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Franco is entering his second season with Conquest in the WeatherTech Championship. Teamed with Albert Costa Balboa for 2024, the pair finished fourth in the GTD standings, with a win at Motul Petit Le Mans capping off the year. He’s hoping to capitalize on the momentum built in his rookie season.
“I’m excited to continue competing in the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship with Conquest Racing for another year,” said Franco. “This past year, we accomplished some impressive results and we’re determined to keep that going and set the stage for a successful 2025 season. Our priority is always to improve, and we’re focused on consistently challenging for podiums and victories.”
Brazilian Serra competed in the team’s occasional GTD PRO entry twice in 2024, including a victory at Road America with Altoe. Combined with a Rolex 24 victory and a pair of second-place finishes with Risi Competizione, the Ferrari factory driver had an impressive four podium finishes in seven GTD PRO starts in 2024. Serra is looking forward to a full season of competition in 2025.
“IMSA is one of my favorite championships, and doing the full season in 2025 will be amazing,” he said. “I’m excited to join Conquest Racing full time after the great experience we shared in the races we did together in 2024. The team’s energy, dedication, and performance are inspiring. I’m confident we’ll achieve great things together. Starting the year at Daytona is special — it’s one of my favorite races and holds a unique place in my heart, especially after my incredible win in 2024. I can’t wait to build on that momentum and take on the challenges of a full season.”
Sbirrazzuoli was the team’s endurance addition in 2024, helping Franco and Costa achieve a podium result on three occasions – a third-place finish at Daytona, followed by second at Watkins Glen and the victory at Petit Le Mans.
“After a first season in IMSA, where we grew race by race as a team, I was really eager to be part of the program in 2025,” Sbirrazzuoli said. “Therefore, I’m really happy to be back with the team and I’m hungry for more. Last year we kicked off the season in the 24 Hours of Daytona with a third-place finish, so let’s hope we can climb a couple more steps of the podium for the 2025 edition. Finally, I’d like to thank Manny and Eric for their trust and I’ll give it my best all season long.”
The 2025 WeatherTech Championship season kicks off the the Roar Before the 24 on Jan. 17-19, followed by the Rolex 24 at Daytona on Jan. 23-26.