P1racenews AI automatic summary:
After a frantic first hour of racing at the Circuit de La Sarthe, Hour 2 delivered an equal amount of excitement, but with an added factor for the teams to deal with: rain. The rain came 40 minutes…
After a fast-paced first hour at Circuit de La Sarthe, Hour 2 brought more excitement, now with added rain challenging the teams. The rain arrived 40 minutes into the hour, affecting various parts of the track. Teams had to make decisions on tire changes, with many opting to stay out on slicks despite the rain. The No. 50 AF Corse Ferrari took the lead, followed by the No. 83 Ferrari and the No. 12 HERTZ Team JOTA Porsche. The No. 6 Porsche, which had started from pole position, pitted for wet tires and currently sits in seventh place. Ferrari’s strategic tire choices have paid off, with some key competitors like Toyota and Cadillac losing time due to tire changes. In the LMP2 category, Vector Sport’s ORECA has moved into the lead unexpectedly due to the changing weather conditions. JMW Motorsports’ Ferrari is dominating the LMGT3 class, with most teams opting to stay on slick tires. Despite challenging conditions, there have been no major incidents except a clash between two cars later penalized by race officials. The standings at the end of Hour 2 reflect the thrilling developments on the track.
