The big races always bring out the big names, and and for Level 5, those big names have often come from across the globe. Founded by American racer Scott Tucker, Level 5 has quickly made an impact on the international race scene thanks in part due to the deep pool of international talent that the team has attracted.
The recent announcement that Marino Franchitti will be joining the team in Atlanta for Petit Le Mans is the latest in a string of impressive moves Tucker and Level 5 have made to secure their place at the pinnacle of American sports car racing.
Frenchman Christophe Bouchut, who recently collected his 100th race win, is a key factor in the rise of Level 5. His vast international experience has helped the team on the world stage and continues to impress as the team mounts a global challenge.
Adding to the roster of Francophones, the aggressive racer has frequently been joined by his countrymen. Formula 1 veteran Sebastien Bourdais partnered with the squad in the Rolex 24 At Daytona, and was joined by another endurance racing star of French descent in the form of Emmanuel Collard in the same event.
Drivers with factory experience have been attracted to Level 5, one of the world's most successful privateer teams. Drivers Sacha Maassen and Lucas Luhr have both donned the Level 5 gear in some of the most prestigious endurance events. And England has not been left out of the Level 5 line up, with Richard Westbrooke bringing his extensive European touring and GT credentials to the team as part of the 2010 Rolex 24 At Daytona podium-winning effort.
For the 2011 season, 2010 Rolex 24 At Daytona winner Joao Barbosa, brings his Portuguese background to the mix, while Canada has been ably represented by Mark Wilkins in Level 5's LMPC efforts. Mexico, a country with a long tradition of motorsports passion, also has a Level 5 connection in the form of Mexico's Luis Diaz.
The roster of international talent also includes United States drivers. Starting with Missouri native Tucker and fellow American Ed Zabinski, there has been an American influence on the driving line up from the very start of the team.
But the team is not just attractive to sports car standouts. Both Raphael Matos and Ryan Hunter-Reay strapped into the Level 5 prototype machines fresh from competition in the IndyCar ranks, with Hunter-Reay also part of the Rolex 24 At Daytona podium run that kicked off a championship season for Scott Tucker and Level 5.
From the early days of Level 5 and competition focused on North American-based Ferrari Challenge competition, Level 5 is now competing at the highest level internationally. It makes perfect sense to have drivers that have that same global background. And with the trophy collection rapidly requiring more storage space, it is a strategy that is clearly working.
The recent announcement that Marino Franchitti will be joining the team in Atlanta for Petit Le Mans is the latest in a string of impressive moves Tucker and Level 5 have made to secure their place at the pinnacle of American sports car racing.
Frenchman Christophe Bouchut, who recently collected his 100th race win, is a key factor in the rise of Level 5. His vast international experience has helped the team on the world stage and continues to impress as the team mounts a global challenge.
Adding to the roster of Francophones, the aggressive racer has frequently been joined by his countrymen. Formula 1 veteran Sebastien Bourdais partnered with the squad in the Rolex 24 At Daytona, and was joined by another endurance racing star of French descent in the form of Emmanuel Collard in the same event.
Drivers with factory experience have been attracted to Level 5, one of the world's most successful privateer teams. Drivers Sacha Maassen and Lucas Luhr have both donned the Level 5 gear in some of the most prestigious endurance events. And England has not been left out of the Level 5 line up, with Richard Westbrooke bringing his extensive European touring and GT credentials to the team as part of the 2010 Rolex 24 At Daytona podium-winning effort.
For the 2011 season, 2010 Rolex 24 At Daytona winner Joao Barbosa, brings his Portuguese background to the mix, while Canada has been ably represented by Mark Wilkins in Level 5's LMPC efforts. Mexico, a country with a long tradition of motorsports passion, also has a Level 5 connection in the form of Mexico's Luis Diaz.
The roster of international talent also includes United States drivers. Starting with Missouri native Tucker and fellow American Ed Zabinski, there has been an American influence on the driving line up from the very start of the team.
But the team is not just attractive to sports car standouts. Both Raphael Matos and Ryan Hunter-Reay strapped into the Level 5 prototype machines fresh from competition in the IndyCar ranks, with Hunter-Reay also part of the Rolex 24 At Daytona podium run that kicked off a championship season for Scott Tucker and Level 5.
From the early days of Level 5 and competition focused on North American-based Ferrari Challenge competition, Level 5 is now competing at the highest level internationally. It makes perfect sense to have drivers that have that same global background. And with the trophy collection rapidly requiring more storage space, it is a strategy that is clearly working.
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