Rolex 24 Hour 12 Update: Action Express Leads, Porsche Challenging
Action Express Racing leads after 12 hours, but five cars are still on the lead lap and nine are within a lap.
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Action Express Racing leads after 12 hours, but five cars are still on the lead lap and nine are within a lap.
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