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The inaugural FIA WEC race for the LMGT3 class wasn’t quite the door-banging thriller that many of the teams expected before the lights went out, but it generated plenty of talking points after nin…
The inaugural FIA WEC race for the LMGT3 class in Qatar lasted nine hours and 55 minutes, sparking discussions after the challenging race. The No. 92 Manthey Pure Racing Porsche 911 LMGT3 R 992 triumphed in a thrilling battle with Heart of Racing Aston Martin, earning Porsche a podium sweep. Alex Malykhin, Joel Sturm, and Klaus Bachler showcased exceptional skill in their FIA WEC debut, maintaining their title-winning form from the Asian Le Mans Series and securing an early championship lead. Pure Racing’s success marked a historical moment for Lithuanian motorsport as the first Lithuanian team to win in the WEC. Despite Porsche’s victory, Heart of Racing’s well-deserved podium and D’Station Aston Martin’s impressive performance added excitement to the race, characterized by strategic bronze driver time utilization. Notably, strong performances by Ian James and Ahmad Al Harthy set the tone for Heart of Racing and BMW, emphasizing the importance of driver strategy in endurance racing.
