P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Robert Kubica continued to lead the 24 Hours of Le Mans after eight hours of running despite triggering an incident in his #83 AF Corse Ferrari 499P that has prompted a prolonged Safety Car period. Kubica collected BMW’s Dries Vanthoor in the seventh hour of the race, leading to the first Safety Car period of […]
During the 24 Hours of Le Mans race, Robert Kubica collided with Dries Vanthoor, resulting in a Safety Car period that lasted for an hour. The mixed track conditions caused teams to strategize their tire choices, with some opting for slick tires and others for wet weather tires. Ferrari’s decision to stay out on slick tires raised debates within the team, while most Hypercar field teams opted for wet weather tires. Kubica maintained the lead as the track dried up, with Nielsen’s strategic tire decision pushing him to second place. The incident with Vanthoor led to the first Safety Car period, leveling the playing field for all cars. Amidst the caution period, there was a setback for the Inception Racing McLaren, which had to pit due to radiator issues, affecting the LMGT3 standings as well.
