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Porsche the ‘strongest it has ever been’ in Qatar WEC round, says Estre
Porsche has been dominating all sessions leading up to the Qatar 1812km season-opener, with impressive performances by both the factory Penske team and the customer Jota squad. Despite the hot and windy conditions, Porsche’s 963s secured top spots, except for Ferrari and Cadillac. The drivers remain cautious about their chances, acknowledging the competition’s strength, but also feeling confident in their car’s performance on the smooth, flat track. The return of Porsche to top-class sportscar racing last year with Penske was met with high expectations, but they faced challenges against Toyota in their first year. The Qatar race presents a promising opportunity for Porsche to secure an overall win in the WEC, as they have shown significant progress and advantage over rivals in both qualifying and long runs on the track.
