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The No. 7 Toyota GR010 HYBRID of Mike Conway, Nyck de Vries and Kamui Kobayashi scored an impressive victory in Sunday’s 6 Hours of Imola, fighting through rain showers in the final third of …
The No. 7 Toyota GR010 HYBRID, piloted by Mike Conway, Nyck de Vries, and Kamui Kobayashi, secured a notable triumph at the 6 Hours of Imola, showcasing impressive skill in navigating rain showers during the final stage of the race. Kobayashi, strategically conserving fuel, managed to cross the finish line just ahead of Kevin Estre in the No. 6 Porsche, resulting in a thrilling conclusion. Despite a close on-track battle, the winning margin expanded to 7 seconds as the No. 6 Porsche received a post-race time penalty for overtaking under safety car conditions. The victory marked a significant achievement for the team, with Kobayashi highlighting the challenging nature of the track and the pressure he faced from competitors. Nyck de Vries expressed gratitude for the flawless execution of the team’s strategy, securing his first World Endurance Championship (WEC) win. Additionally, the Penske Porsche team clinched a double podium, adding to their strong season performance, while Ferrari experienced a strategy misstep due to adverse weather conditions, missing out on a podium finish.
