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TF Sport #81 Corvette driver Tom van Rompuy is aiming for at least a top three result in qualifying for the 6 Hours of Spa-Franchorchamps, the third round of the 2024 FIA World Endurance Championship — although really he’s hoping for pole, to repeat his success earlier in the year at Qatar. “You always hope […]
Ahead of his home race, the driver expressed his hope for a pole position and emphasized the team’s determination to achieve a top-three finish. Despite being a rookie in the WEC, he impressively secured pole position for the Qatar 1812 km season opener with a significant lead over his competitors in the LMGT3 category. Qualifying in LMGT3 requires the Bronze-graded driver to undertake the task, a responsibility that will continue into the 2024 season. The driver described his focused approach to qualifying, highlighting the importance of attention to detail and maximizing the performance of new tires. As he aims to secure his second WEC pole at Spa-Francorchamps, the driver acknowledged the significance of competing at his home race, considering it a career highlight. Following a challenging race in Imola, where they retired late in the event, he and his #81 teammates Rui Andrade and Charlie Eastwood are looking to recover and increase their points tally.
