Neil Verhagen is a Gold-rated BMW Motorsport factory driver competing across major GT and endurance championships worldwide. The American joined BAM Motorsport Management with an already impressive background, progressing from the BMW Junior Programme to a full factory role and establishing himself as one of the marque’s most versatile young talents.
In 2025, Neil competed in the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship with Paul Miller Racing in the GTD Pro class. He delivered a strong season that included a podium finish at the Sebring 12 Hours, his first IMSA pole position at Mosport and a breakthrough victory at Road America. His consistency across the endurance races secured second place in the Michelin Endurance Cup standings.
Neil also expanded his international programme during the season, finishing second in the Pro/Am class at the 1000km of Suzuka with Team KRC, further strengthening his global results portfolio. Alongside his IMSA commitments, he remained active across key BMW programmes, including appearances at the Spa 24 Hours and the Nürburgring 24 Hours.
In 2026, Neil reached a major career milestone by securing the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship GTD Pro title with Paul Miller Racing. His championship-winning campaign began with victory at the Rolex 24 at Daytona alongside fellow BAM driver Dan Harper and continued with consistently strong performances throughout the season, establishing Neil as one of the leading GT drivers in North America.
Alongside his IMSA success, Neil continued an extensive international programme as a BMW M Motorsport factory driver, competing across some of the world’s leading GT and endurance events throughout 2026.
