The 2025 Mazda MX-5 Shootout scholarship winner survives a chaotic season finale to bring home his best finish of the year

Gossett secures the 2026 Whelen Mazda MX-5 Cup presented by Michelin title in season finale at Michelin Raceway Road Atlanta

Jared Thomas will close an accomplished chapter of his racing career during the upcoming Motul Petit Le Mans weekend at Michelin Raceway Road Atlanta, where he will make his final starts as a full-time driver in Whelen Mazda MX-5 Cup presented by Michelin competition.

William Wallis will make his Whelen Mazda MX-5 Cup presented by Michelin debut this weekend at VIRginia International Raceway, bringing together several of the relationships that have helped shape his young racing career.

EDGEWATER, Fla. – August 18, 2026 – BSI Racing will bring an exciting mix of championship contention and emerging talent to the upcoming Whelen Mazda MX-5 Cup presented by Michelin rounds at Virginia International Raceway, welcoming Lanie Buice, Spencer Bucknum and Gianni Maiuro to the series alongside current championship contender Bobby Gossett.