BMW M Team WRT secured its second FIA World Endurance Championship victory of the 2024 season at the Rolex 6 Hours of São Paulo, with the No. 15 BMW M Hybrid V8 driven by Dries Vanthoor, Raffaele Marciello, and Marco Wittmann taking the checkered flag.
Race Strategy and Performance at Interlagos
Qualifying Performance vs. Race Results
The results in São Paulo highlighted the disparity between qualifying pace and race-trim performance. Heading into the weekend, Motorsport.com reported that Cadillac had secured a front-row lockout during the Hyperpole session, with Will Stevens putting the No. 2 Cadillac in a prime position to challenge for the win.
While Toyota’s No. 8 car managed to secure a podium position, the team struggled with early-race traffic and setup balance, as noted in updates from AutoHebdo.
Championship Implications
| Team | Car | Result |
|---|---|---|
| BMW M Team WRT | BMW M Hybrid V8 | 1st |
| Toyota Gazoo Racing | Toyota GR010 Hybrid | Podium |
| Cadillac Racing | Cadillac V-Series.R | Top 5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Who drove the winning car for BMW?
The No. 15 BMW M Hybrid V8 was piloted by Dries Vanthoor, Raffaele Marciello, and Marco Wittmann.
Why was the Cadillac performance notable?
What is the next stage for the WEC?
Following the event at Interlagos, the FIA World Endurance Championship continues its global tour, with teams focusing on vehicle reliability and balance of performance adjustments for the upcoming rounds.
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