MONTEREY, Calif., August 13, 2026 — A never-before-seen gathering of some of the most dominant race cars and world championship-winning motorcycles from Japan took center stage for the annual Rolex Monterey Motorsports Reunion group photo. The renowned historic racing event continues through Saturday, Aug. 15, at WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca.
Featured in the group photo are: Honda Williams FW11, Honda ARX-01, Mazda 787B, Mazda 767B, BRE Datsun 240Z, BRE Datsun 510, Nissan GTP ZX-T “Elvis,” Toyota “Dome” 85CL, Toyota TS050, Toyota Celica ST185, Toyota IMSA GTO, Toyota 7 Can-Am, Subaru Impreza WRX STI (Travis Pastrana), Subaru Impreza WRX STI (Ken Block), Yamaha TZ750 (Kenny Roberts), Suzuki TM/RH67, Honda RC174, and Yamaha YZR500 (Wayne Rainey). Photo by Marc Miramontez.
Taking the front row in the photo is Alex Palou’s Honda-powered Dallara IndyCar, flanked by the historic rotary-engined Mazda 767B and 24 Hours of Le Mans-winning Toyota GAZOO Racing TS050 Hybrid.
The field represents pinnacle moments in Japanese motorsport and was curated from museums, private collections and automakers to showcase years of innovation. The cars and motorcycles are part of an even larger exhibition in the Paddock Heritage Display, where enthusiasts can see and read about their racing histories.
The Rolex Monterey Motorsports Reunion is renowned for bringing historic race cars back to the track exactly as they were intended to be driven. This year, that experience expands to two wheels as six of America’s greatest motorcycle racing champions return to the place where they once competed.
For this memorable weekend, the six living American World Champion GP riders will be back where they belong, on the track at Laguna Seca. Kenny Roberts, Freddie Spencer, Eddie Lawson, Wayne Rainey, Kevin Schwantz and Kenny Roberts Jr. — six riders whose names are synonymous with an era of American dominance in Grand Prix motorcycle racing — return to Laguna Seca to ride their iconic motorcycles in exhibition laps alongside legendary Japanese race cars.
History will be made as iconic Japanese race cars and motorcycles ridden by the World Champions come together for exhibition laps. Le Mans-winning prototypes, a Honda-powered Williams Formula 1 car, IMSA-winning GTOs and a NASCAR Toyota Camry will be among the cars surrounded by the MotoGP championship bikes to create a truly unique experience that will bring fans to the fences.
Daily, multi-day and VIP experience packages are available at WeatherTechRaceway.com or by calling 831-242-8200. Tickets are also available at the admissions gates on South Boundary Road and the main Highway 68 entrance.
About the ROLEX Monterey Motorsports Reunion
Recognized as one of the world’s premier motorsport lifestyle gatherings, the 2026 Rolex Monterey Motorsports Reunion at WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca will celebrate Japanese Performance as its featured marque. Led by Grand Marshal Peter Brock, the event will showcase legendary race cars and manufacturers that helped shape global motorsports, including Mazda, Toyota, Honda, Nissan, Yamaha, Acura, Lexus, Infiniti, and Mitsubishi.
The four-day celebration, August 12-15, 2026, also features the Bonhams|Cars auction, the return of Historic IROC, a new JDM Car Show, historic INDYCARS and hundreds of the world’s finest historic race cars and motorcycles competing on the iconic 11-turn circuit, creating an unforgettable experience for racing enthusiasts and collectors alike. Tickets and hospitality packages are available at weathertechraceway.com.
About WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca
WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca is a world-renowned motorsport facility located in Monterey, California, operated and managed by Friends of Laguna Seca, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit. Nestled among scenic hills, it has a rich history of hosting premier racing events, making it a favorite destination for motorsport enthusiasts from around the world. The 2.238-mile raceway features 11 challenging turns and approximately 180 feet of elevation change, including the world-famous Corkscrew, providing a thrilling experience for both drivers and fans. Friends of Laguna Seca is committed to delivering top-tier racing and entertainment experiences year after year. Find out how you can get involved at FriendsOfLagunaSeca.org.
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Six American World Champions Reunite at Laguna Seca for Historic Celebration of Japanese Motorsport