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Alpine reveals secret to points finish on WEC LMDh debut in Qatar
Ferdinand Habsburg saved fuel during the opening stint at the Qatar 1812Km, allowing the #35 Alpine car to complete the race with one fewer pitstop and secure eighth place. The car was the highest-ranking entry from a new manufacturer in the WEC this season. Habsburg’s fuel-saving strategy paid off, even though they lacked the pace of the front-runners. The team completed the race with nine pitstops, one less than their rivals. Despite lacking ultimate pace, Habsburg was delighted with the result and emphasized the team’s unity and lack of mistakes. Alpine team boss Philippe Sinault praised the team’s performance, setting the groundwork for further progress in the upcoming races.
