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LMGT3 polesitter Sean Gelael told media that he expected his McLaren 720S GT3 Evo to have more grip in qualifying for the FIA World Endurance Championship season opener in Qatar. “The lap itself was good,” he said. “I was expecting to have more grip, but I didn’t. “But anyways, it was a good lap. I […]
One of the drivers expressed satisfaction with their performance during the qualifying session, despite not achieving the expected grip levels. Additionally, they acknowledged the importance of getting rid of nerves and working as a team during the session. The driver’s optimism extended to the upcoming 10-hour race and their eagerness to excel. The driver, Gelael, is newly joined to the McLaren and United Autosports team, driving the #95 McLaren 720S GT3 Evo alongside teammates Leung and Sato. The qualification process involved Leung, the bronze driver, going first, with Gelael, the silver driver, potentially taking over for the pole shootout. Another driver, Leung, also had to adjust to the McLaren, noting the differences in grip compared to their previous BMW experience. Ultimately, the McLaren team secured a 1-2 start on the grid for the upcoming race, with high hopes for a successful outcome.
