The 2026 Whelen Mazda MX-5 Cup presented by Michelin is a single-make motor racing championship, the 22nd season of the Mazda MX-5 Cup and the sixth sanctioned by the International Motor Sports Association (IMSA). The series began on January 21 at Daytona International Speedway, and will conclude on October 3 at Michelin Raceway Road Atlanta after 14 rounds.
The schedule was announced on July 7, 2025, featuring 14 rounds across seven double-header weekends.
All competitors utilize the Mazda MX-5 Cup car, modified to their homologated racing specification by Flis Performance.
= Eligible for Rookie's Championship
Championship points are awarded at the finish of each event according to the chart below.
IMSA recognizes driver champions based on the total number of championship points earned during the season.
â : Post-event penalty. Car moved to back of class.