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Valentino Rossi helped the No.46 BMW to a win in the IGTC race at Indianapolis
MotoGP legend Valentino Rossi played a crucial role in helping the No.46 WRT BMW secure victory at the Intercontinental GT Challenge race in Indianapolis, despite challenging weather conditions with lightning. While Rossi has reduced his car racing commitments to focus on the FIA World Endurance Championship, he has been a part of WRT’s line-up for various endurance races, including the Bathurst 12 Hours and Spa 24 Hours. Competing alongside Kelvin van der Linde and Charles Weerts in the IGTC finale at Indianapolis, Rossi took the first stint in the No.46 BMW, climbing from seventh to fourth in the second hour before handing over to Weerts. The race, interrupted by lightning and heavy rain, resumed for the final 92 minutes, with a strategic move propelling the No.46 BMW into the lead for a triumphant finish after 198 laps, marking WRT’s third consecutive win at Indianapolis. Rossi, a previous MotoGP winner at Indianapolis, expressed his happiness and satisfaction with the weekend, highlighting the learning experience and his driving performance throughout the race. Looking ahead, Rossi is set to return to the FIA WEC for the final round in early November.
