DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. – Czabok-Simpson Motorsport (CSM) is proud to announce that Nikita Lastochkin will return to the team for a full-season effort in the 2026 Porsche Carrera Cup North America Championship. Lastochkin makes the move after two successful seasons competing with CSM in the IMSA Michelin Pilot Challenge GS class, where he played a key role in the team’s continued growth and performance in Porsche machinery.
The 2026 campaign marks a new chapter in the partnership between Lastochkin and CSM, as the team expands its competitive presence in the one-make Porsche Carrera Cup North America Championship. Known for its close racing and technical precision, the championship provides the ideal stage for Lastochkin to continue showcasing his speed and experience behind the wheel of the Porsche 911 Cup car (Type 992.2) in 2026.
“I’m really excited to continue my journey with CSM,” said Nikita Lastochkin. “We’ve built a strong foundation together over the past two seasons in IMSA, and stepping into Carrera Cup feels like a natural next step. The level of competition is incredibly high, and I’m confident that with CSM’s expertise, we’ll be able to fight at the front.”
Team co-principal Matthias Czabok echoed that sentiment, emphasizing the value of continuity within the CSM driver lineup.
“Nikita has been an integral part of our team’s success and growth,” said Czabok. “His professionalism, technical feedback, and racecraft have raised our overall performance. We’re thrilled to continue that momentum with him in the Porsche Carrera Cup North America next year and look forward to a competitive season together.”
CSM’s 2026 Porsche Carrera Cup North America program represents a key component of the team’s expanding presence across North American sports car racing, reinforcing its commitment to developing both drivers and technical excellence within the Porsche Motorsport ecosystem.
Further announcements regarding team partners, will be released in the coming months.