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Kevin Magnussen is cautiously optimistic about BMW’s pace heading into Hyperpole.
Former Formula 1 driver Kevin Magnussen is optimistic about BMW’s chances of securing pole position at the 24 Hours of Le Mans following a strong showing in the first qualifying session. Dries Vanthoor set the second-fastest time for BMW, only 0.040s off the pace-setting Cadillac. Both BMWs made it into the Hyperpole session to determine the top 15 grid positions. Magnussen was pleasantly surprised by the team’s performance and remains hopeful that they can secure pole position. Despite showing speed in qualifying this season, BMW has yet to convert it into race wins, but Magnussen believes they can capitalize on their potential at Le Mans. He is confident that BMW will achieve their first victory of the season in 2025.
