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A shock win and an ex-Formula 1 driver’s son bringing the crowd to its feat…all while the Le Mans winner had its hands tied behind its back. Here’s the winners and losers from WEC’s Brazilian visit
The São Paulo 6 Hours race marked Cadillac’s first-ever win in the World Endurance Championship after an uninspiring event, with the American manufacturer outperforming Porsche, BMW, and Peugeot, while Ferrari and Toyota were notably absent from the competition.
With a thrilling mix-up in the order, attention is drawn to the victors and vanquished, notably including a former Ferrari Formula 1 driver’s son captivating the local crowd.
Porsche emerged as the winner, despite missing out on second place by a mere 1.8 seconds in a tight battle with the #38 Cadillac, showcasing American dominance in the competition.
Peugeot, on the other hand, despite advantageous conditions, could not secure a coveted spot on the podium and finished in sixth and seventh place, expressing disappointment over the lack of opportunities in the uninterrupted race.
Cadillac’s outstanding achievement was highlighted by their 1-2 finish, leading 165 of the 242 laps at Interlagos to the delight of 85,000 enthusiastic fans, securing a well-deserved victory for the team in just their fifth race together.
The race also saw a thrilling performance by Porsche Penske Motorsport, claiming their second podium of the season and demonstrating competitive prowess throughout the event.
