In a move to ensure a level playing field, the FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) organizers have announced key Balance of Performance (BoP) adjustments ahead of the upcoming Interlagos round. This includes a significant power boost for Ferrari’s 499P Hypercar, as well as weight changes for other top contenders, setting the stage for an electrifying showdown on the iconic Brazilian circuit.
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Lando Norris secured his first pole position of the 2024 FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) season and the second of his career, ahead of Max Verstappen and Lewis Hamilton in a thrilling qualifying session at the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya.
The anticipation builds for the 2023 24 Hours of Le Mans as the FIA and ACO release the latest Balance of Performance (BoP) measures for the Hypercar class. Discover the key changes that aim to ensure close competition among the participating manufacturers as they gear up for the iconic endurance race.
In an impressive outing for Proton Competition in the FIA World Endurance Championship (FIA WEC), Julien Andlauer showcased his prowess behind the wheel of the #99 Porsche 963 Hypercar. The 24-year-old Frenchman, in only his third race in the Hypercar category, delivered a monstrous final stint that saw him charge from 12th to 5th position.
Reigning British GT champion Darren Leung won on just his second WEC start, leading home a 1-2 finish for the crack Belgian squad Team WRT in Sunday’s six-hour race. Crucial in setting up the run to victory was the timing of Leung’s second pitstop, which allowed the team to optimize their fuel usage and gain an advantage over the competition.
Porsche GT3 driver Joel Sturm showcased the impressive performance of the German marque’s racing machinery at the recent FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) round at Imola. Sturm executed a decisive overtake on the struggling Hypercar competitors, taking advantage of his slick tires to secure a podium finish and maintain the team’s championship lead.