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The historic Le Mans pole in “special” Cadillac that ended a year of agony
Jota Cadillac driver Alex Lynn waited 12 months to claim pole position at the 2025 24 Hours of Le Mans after being narrowly defeated in the 2024 Hyperpole by Kevin Estre. Lynn’s revenge came as he secured pole, leading a Jota Cadillac 1-2 with Earl Bamber in second. This pole marked Cadillac’s first at Le Mans and the first for an American manufacturer in the top class since 1967. Lynn expressed that the difference between P1 and P2 is significant, highlighting his determination to reclaim the top position since falling short by a tenth last year. Despite a tough wait for the session to conclude, Lynn’s final lap time secured him the coveted pole position, showcasing the Cadillac’s prowess over one lap.
