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Hyundai teams navigated a fiercely competitive and challenging Virginia International Raceway (VIR) this past Saturday, culminating in a strong second-place finish for drivers Mark Wilkins and Bryson Morris in the Virginia Is For Racing Lovers Grand Prix. The No. 33 Bryan Herta Autosport (BHA) Hyundai Elantra N TCR team demonstrated resilience and consistency, securing a vital podium finish despite a chaotic race involving multiple incidents and penalties.
The weekend started on a high note for the Hyundai teams, with the No. 33 of Mark Wilkins and Bryson Morris securing pole position in qualifying. Other Hyundai entries also demonstrated strong form, with the No. 98 of Mason Filippi and Harry Gottsacker starting fourth, the No. 76 of Denis Dupont and Preston Brown starting seventh, and the No. 18 of Lance Bergstein and Jon Miller starting eighth.
The action on the track began immediately, with a Full-Course Yellow (FCY) just 15 minutes into the race after the No. 76 Elantra N TCR of Denis Dupont and Preston Brown made contact with another car. This incident resulted in a drive-through penalty for the No. 76. The No. 72 of Riley Pegram and Larry Pegram also received a penalty for a pit-lane-speed violation.
As the race progressed, the Hyundai teams continued to battle through the field. With one hour remaining, the No. 33 was running in second, the No. 98 in fourth, and the No. 18 sat sixth. With only 12 minutes remaining, the No. 98 entry went off track after making contact with another competitor. Ultimately, the No. 33 came out strong amidst the chaos to secure a hard-fought second-place podium finish.
The team’s performance at VIR was a success, securing critical championship points and reinforcing Hyundai’s dominance in the IMSA Michelin Pilot Challenge. This podium finish further solidifies Hyundai’s championship lead, building on the team’s relentless pursuit of success throughout the season.
Hyundai Finishing Results
| Position | Drivers | Team | Car |
| 2 | M. Wilkins / B. Morris | Bryan Herta Autosport | #33 Elantra N TCR |
| 6 | J. Miller / L. Bergstein | Bryan Herta Autosport | #18 Elantra N TCR |
| 7 | P. Brown / D. Dupont | Bryan Herta Autosport | #76 Elantra N TCR |
| 8 | S. Almeida / M. Aust | Bryan Herta Autosport | #9 Elantra N TCR |
| 10 | L. Pegram / R. Pegram | Pegram Racing | #72 Elantra N TCR |
| 11 | M. Filippi / H. Gottsacker | Bryan Herta Autosport | #98 Elantra N TCR |
Hyundai Championship Standings
| Position | Drivers | Team | Car | Total Points |
| 1 | P. Brown / D. Dupont | Bryan Herta Autosport | #76 Elantra N TCR | 2280 |
| 2 | H. Gottsacker | Bryan Herta Autosport | #98 Elantra N TCR | 2260 |
| 4 | M. Wilkins | Bryan Herta Autosport | #33 Elantra N TCR | 2120 |
| 6 | M. Filippi | Bryan Herta Autosport | #98 Elantra N TCR | 1960 |
| 7 | B. Morris | Bryan Herta Autosport | #33 Elantra N TCR | 1910 |
| 8 | S. Almeida / M. Aust | Bryan Herta Autosport | #9 Elantra N TCR | 1910 |
| 12 | L. Pegram / R. Pegram | Pegram Racing | #72 Elantra N TCR | 1600 |
| 14 | J. Miller / L. Bergstein | Bryan Herta Autosport | #18 Elantra N TCR | 1510 |
IMSA TCR Manufacturer Standings
| Position | Manufacturer | Total Points |
| 1 | Hyundai | 2710 |
| 2 | Audi | 2510 |
| 3 | Honda | 2500 |
| 4 | Cupra | 1720 |
Hyundai Hope On Wheels
In 2025, Hyundai Hope On Wheels has committed to donating $100 for every lap led by a Hyundai Elantra N TCR throughout the race season. As a result of leading 21 laps at Virginia International Raceway, Hyundai will donate $2,100 to Hyundai Hope On Wheels.
Hyundai Motor America
Hyundai Motor America offers U.S. consumers a technology-rich lineup of cars, SUVs, and electrified vehicles, while supporting Hyundai Motor Company’s Progress for Humanity vision. Hyundai has significant operations in the U.S., including its North American headquarters in California, the Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Alabama assembly plant, the all-new Hyundai Motor Group Metaplant America, and several cutting-edge R&D facilities. These operations, combined with those of Hyundai’s 850 independent dealers, contribute $20.1 billion annually and 190,000 jobs to the U.S. economy, according to a published economic impact report. For more information, visit www.hyundainews.com.