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DTM champion Preining defends title rival Bortolotti after finale
Factory Porsche driver Thomas Preining emerged as the champion in a season-long battle with Lamborghini’s Mirko Bortolotti. Preining dominated the final round at Hockenheim by winning both races from pole positions to earn a maximum of 56 points. While Bortolotti struggled in the previous day’s race, Preining secured the title by earning three extra points for pole in Sunday’s second qualifying. Bortolotti’s comment about his aggressive driving style sparked controversy on social media, but Preining defended him, praising his sportsmanship. Preining also dismissed the hate comments Bortolotti received online, stating that Bortolotti had always been respectful throughout the season. Bortolotti clarified that his comments were not directed at other drivers, but at the way the question was posed to him. He remained steadfast in his attitude and urged people to focus on their own lives rather than judging his.
Source: motorsport
