Miami, FL – April 30, 2026 – Florida physician and race car driver Dr. Kevin Stadtlander will take to the track this weekend during the Formula 1 Miami Grand Prix as part of Porsche Carrera Cup North America, racing in support of Best Buddies International, a global nonprofit dedicated to ending the social, physical, and economic isolation of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities through programs focused on friendship, employment, leadership development, inclusive living, and family support.

Stadtlander, a seasoned competitor with more than 40 years of racing experience, will drive the No. 60 Porsche for JDX Racing and Byers Auto Group in the Solairus Aviation Masters class. His racing career spans decades of competition across many championships, and this year he will race the full season Porsche Carrera Cup North America.

Outside of Racing, Stadtlander specializes in minimally invasive image-guided surgical procedures, treating vascular disease, women's health issues, as well as performing complex interventions for transplant and cancer patients.

During the 2026 racing season, Stadtlander is proudly supporting Best Buddies International, carrying the organization’s branding on his car to raise awareness and funding for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

“After years of participating in and cycling hundreds of miles in the Best Buddies Challenge: Miami, I’m proud to bring that commitment from two wheels to four,” said Stadtlander. “I’m excited to partner with Best Buddies and support the incredible work they do for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities around the world. It’s an honor to carry the Best Buddies logo on my car at my home track in Miami during Formula 1 weekend.”

“This partnership is a powerful example of how passion and purpose can come together to create real impact,” said Anthony K. Shriver, Founder, Chairman & CEO of Best Buddies International. “Kevin’s commitment to our mission both on and off the track helps shine a spotlight on the abilities and potential of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, while inspiring others to get involved and make a difference.”

Joining this racing partnership is the Leonard and Diane Arabia Charitable Foundation. While Leonard built his business career, Diane focused on raising their children and giving back through charitable work, including the Dream Come True Fund for children with terminal illnesses. After being diagnosed with terminal cancer in 2015, Diane underwent two years of treatment before passing in 2017. One of her final wishes was for her family to continue helping children and young adults in need. In honor of that wish, Leonard and their children established the Leonard and Diane Arabia Charitable Trust to carry forward her legacy.

Fans and supporters can help advance Best Buddies’ mission by visiting the link: Supporting - Fundraise For Best Budddies

About Best Buddies
Best Buddies^® is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to establishing a global volunteer movement that creates opportunities for one-to-one friendships, integrated employment, leadership development, inclusive living, and family support for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Founded in 1989 by Anthony K. Shriver, Best Buddies is a vibrant organization that has grown from one original chapter to nearly 3,000 middle school, high school, and college chapters worldwide. Today, Best Buddies’ 12 formal programs — Elementary Schools, Middle Schools, High Schools, Colleges, Citizens, e-Buddies®, Jobs, Ambassadors, Promoters, Transitions, Inclusive Living and Eunie’s Buddies— engage participants in each of the 50 states and in 45 countries, positively impacting the lives of nearly one million people with and without disabilities around the world. In many cases, as a result of their involvement with Best Buddies, people with intellectual and developmental disabilities secure rewarding jobs, live on their own, become inspirational leaders, and make lifelong friendships. For more information, please visit bestbuddies.org or connect with us via Facebook, Instagram or Twitter.

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