Established Sim Racer to Run Porsche GSX Entry
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. – Czabok-Simpson Motorsport (CSM) is pleased to announce the addition of Ismaeel Ellahi to its 2026 driver lineup for the team’s entry in the IMSA VP Racing SportsCar Challenge, GSX (Grand Sport X) Class. Ellahi will pilot one of the team’s Porsche Cayman 718 GT4 RS Clubsport entries, carrying car No. 25 throughout the 2026 season.
Ismaeel, an established sim racer, who calls Mountain Lakes, New Jersey home, joins CSM after competing in 2025 mainly in European GT4 championships also driving a Porsche GT4 RS Clubsport.
“I’m incredibly excited to join Czabok-Simpson Motorsport for the 2026 season,” said Ellahi. “CSM has built a strong reputation with Porsche platforms, and the IMSA VP Racing SportsCar Challenge GSX class is an excellent environment to continue developing as a driver. I’m looking forward to working closely with the team and pushing for strong results in 2026.”
Team co-owner and managing partner Matthias Czabok highlighted Ellahi’s fit within the organization and long-term vision of the program.
“Ismaeel represents exactly what we look for in a driver,” said Czabok. “He brings commitment, professionalism, and a clear desire to grow within the Porsche Motorsport ladder. The GSX program is a key part of our 2026 efforts, and we believe Ismaeel will be a strong addition to the CSM lineup as we continue to build competitive and sustainable programs.”
CSM co-owner Stephen Simpson echoed the sentiment, emphasizing the team’s confidence in the new partnership.
“We’re very pleased to welcome Ismaeel to Czabok-Simpson Motorsport,” said Simpson. “The IMSA VP Racing SportsCar Challenge is an important championship for our overall structure, and Ismaeel has shown the dedication and mindset needed to succeed at this level. We’re excited to see his development within our 2026 programs.”
Czabok-Simpson Motorsport’s 2026 IMSA VP Racing SportsCar Challenge GSX program underscores the team’s continued growth within North American sports car racing and its ongoing commitment to driver development and technical excellence within the Porsche Motorsport ecosystem.
Further announcements regarding additional drivers, team partners, and 2026 program details will be released shortly.