Lally to make Trans Am debut at Watkins Glen

Trans Am Series presented by Pirelli team Burtin Racing has announced that Andy Lally will make his Tarns Am debut in the No. 50 GoShare/ Axalta Chevrolet Camaro in the TA class at Watkins Glen International, Round 9 of the 2017 Trans Am Championship on September 10.

Lally will pair with Burtin Racing as team owner Claudio Burtin expands his motorsport endeavors within Trans Am racing. The team has proven successful already this year with Adam Carolla and Martin Ragginger earning podium finishes for Burtin.

"I've been friends with Andy for a long time," Burtin said. "We worked together when he was just getting started over in NASCAR. Putting him in the car at Watkins Glen is a good fit and decision for the team – it's Andy's favorite track and he's had plenty of success there. The No. 50 continues to improve from race to race; and with Andy's quality and technical input, we expect that trend to continue. I transitioned out of the car earlier this year for a variety of reasons and look forward to getting back in the seat at select events."

Lally's appearance in the No. 50 was finalized after schedule commitments could be made in late July. Next weekend will make for the first time that Lally straps into the GoShare Axalta Camaro, but he is no stranger to the team or Trans Am.

"For over 20 years I've watched Trans Am cars fly around the track and have tried to find an opportunity to race one myself," said Lally. "I'm very thankful to Claudio for making me part of the team, and I could not ask for a better place to race this amazing car. Watkins Glen is my favorite track, and we are fresh off a win there last month at the 6 Hours. Gary [Selix] and the crew have worked so hard on this car, and they have had great speed. I hope I can deliver a good result for the team and may do more races in the future."

Lally's addition to the Watkins Glen entry boosts the event's competitors list to sixty entries including 18 participants in the TA class in which Lally will compete.

The Trans Am presented by Pirelli Round 9 at Watkins Glen International will take place Sunday, September 10 at 11:00 a.m. ET.