P1racenews AI automatic summary:
LMP2 primed for a tight championship-decider at Petit Le Mans
The focus leading up to the season finale Motul Petit Le Mans in the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship has been on the intense battle for the GTP title, with only a five-point difference between the top three contenders. However, the LMP2 championship battle is also closely contested, with only a 20-point gap between first and second place.
In the other classes, the GTD championship has already been decided in favor of Paul Miller Racing’s Bryan Sellers and Madison Snow, who have dominated the class with their record-breaking five wins in the BMW M4 GT3. Similarly, Ben Barnicoat and Jack Hawksworth are likely to take the GTD PRO title for Vasser Sullivan Racing and Lexus, barring any unforeseen circumstances.
Gar Robinson is poised to become the LMP3 champion once he starts the race in the No. 74 Riley Motorsports Ligier, securing his second championship and the final LMP3 title in the WeatherTech Championship.
In LMP2, Mikkel Jensen and Steven Thomas hold a 20-point lead over Ben Keating and Paul-Loup Chatin. The outcome of qualifying will be crucial, as it could determine the advantage for the championship. If Keating qualifies ahead of Thomas, the team that finishes ahead of the other is likely to take the title. However, if Thomas is the higher qualifier, Keating and Chatin would need to finish at least two positions ahead to have a chance, barring a victory for the No. 52 car.
While the championships in other classes seem to be nearly sealed, there are still battles for positions behind the leaders. In LMP3, Anthony Mantella and Wayne Boyd are currently second in the points standings. The second spot in GTD PRO is also up for grabs, with Antonio Garcia and Jordan Taylor holding a 39-point advantage.
Overall, the season finale promises intense competition and potentially thrilling outcomes in the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship.
Source: Racer
