Will Stevens kept Cadillac's lead in the 6 Hours of Sao Paulo, but the sister Hertz Team JOTA machine slipped to third place. The Cadillac V-Series.Rs maintained their 1-2 position at the start, despite an aggressive launch from Kevin Magnussen in the No. 15 WRT BMW M Hybrid V8. However, as the race progressed, the Cadillacs faced challenges from the LMGT3 traffic, with Magnussen closing in on Earl Bamber in the No. 38 Cadillac.
Stevens initially held a five-second lead, but Magnussen began to close the gap as they navigated the traffic. By the end of the first hour, Stevens' lead had increased to 4.359 seconds, with Magnussen unable to escape Bamber's grasp. The race saw a mix of strategies and penalties, with the No. 50 Alpine A424 making an early pit stop and incurring a five-second penalty for a start infringement.
The LMGT3 category was dominated by the Proton Competition Ford Mustang GT3 EVOs, with Stefano Gattuso leading Eric Powell. However, the race was not without its surprises, as polesitter Gray Newell's Aston Martin Vantage GT3 Evo plummeted down the order and was reprimanded for being out of position. The Mercedes-AMG GT3 Evo of Johannes Zelger also faced issues, pulling into a big lead before being awarded a drive-through penalty.
The race showcased the competitive nature of the FIA World Endurance Championship, with close battles and strategic maneuvers. As the championship progresses, the battle for supremacy among the various teams and manufacturers will intensify, making it a thrilling spectacle for fans and spectators alike.
