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Hertz Team JOTA has been forced to source and build up a replacement chassis for its No. 12 Porsche 963 entry after Callum Ilott’s crash at the end of Free Practice 2 on Wednesday night. The …
Hertz Team JOTA had to rush to find and assemble a substitute chassis for their No. 12 Porsche 963 car following Callum Ilott’s accident during Free Practice 2 on Wednesday night. The replacement chassis is believed to have been sourced from Porsche Penske and was already being prepared early this morning. Ilott lost control of the car, crashing into the barriers on the right side of the track just before Tertre Rouge, causing significant damage to the front-right corner and the tub of the car. Despite a night of hard work, the JOTA mechanics are continuing the repairs throughout the day, likely missing the Hyperpole shootout. Consequently, the Hypercar Hyperpole field will now consist of seven cars with JOTA starting in eighth place. Following the incident, team principal Dieter Gass emphasized the importance of prioritizing the replacement of the damaged monocoque and held discussions with the ACO and FIA to ensure compliance with regulations before deciding on the next steps.
