Jack Hawksworth

Jack Hawksworth, born on February 28, 1991, is a British racing driver hailing from Bradford, West Yorkshire. Currently, he showcases his talents in the IMSA WeatherTech Sportscar Championship GTDPRO Class, driving for Lexus Racing and Vasser Sullivan. Hawksworth's journey in motorsports began in karting at the age of 12, where he quickly became a multi-time karting champion. His transition to car racing in late 2010 was marked by immediate success, securing pole position in his debut race in the Formula Renault Winter Series.

In 2012, Hawksworth moved to the United States and competed in the Star Mazda Championship, where he broke records for wins, poles, and fastest laps, claiming the title in his rookie year. He continued his success in the Indy Lights Series, winning multiple races before moving to the IndyCar Series in 2014. Alongside his IndyCar career, Hawksworth made his first IMSA start in the LMPC class for RSR Racing, taking a victory on his debut.

Since 2017, Hawksworth has been a full-time driver for Lexus in the IMSA WeatherTech Sportscar Championship, achieving multiple victories, including the 2020 GTD Sprint Championship and the 2022 Petit Le Mans race. In 2023, he and his team secured the IMSA Weathertech Sportscar GTD PRO Championship title. In 2024, Hawksworth and Ben Barnicoat finished fourth in the GTD PRO manufacturer point standings, scoring one victory at the 12 Hours of Sebring. He continues to be a prominent figure in sports car racing, contributing to Lexus's success in the IMSA series.