Cadillac Secures First Hypercar Victory at Interlagos
Cadillac achieved a significant milestone at the WEC event in Interlagos, clinching its inaugural Hypercar victory with the Hertz Team JOTA. The dominant 1-2 finish was a decisive moment for the V-Series.R, marking a turnaround in a challenging two-and-a-half-year campaign.
Race Highlights
- Winning Drivers: Alex Lynn and Norman Nato spearheaded the success, with Lynn securing pole position before leading the charge to victory.
- JOTA’s Performance: This win is a remarkable achievement for JOTA, now managing Cadillac’s Hypercar efforts after transitioning from Porsche. The team’s consistent execution allowed them to maintain track position, crucial in a race marked by minimal interruptions.
- Race Conditions: The event featured no safety cars and only four brief Full-Course Yellows, making it exceedingly difficult for competitors who encountered early setbacks to recover.
Key Insights
The victory comes after a strategy centered on tire management and track positioning. JOTA co-owner Sam Hignett noted, “The drivers are just the tip of the iceberg,” emphasizing the collective effort of everyone at JOTA, GM, Cadillac, and Dallara.
Performance Context
Ferrari, who had been on a four-race winning streak, managed just one car in the points, while Toyota experienced an unexpected slump, finishing 14th and 15th, their worst result since 2018.
Keely Bosn, Cadillac Racing program manager, stated, “It wasn’t just a win on the track — it was a win in the garage,” underscoring the thorough preparation that led to this success.
Future Outlook
Post-race, Hignett expressed ambitions of not only contesting for the championship but also targeting a Le Mans victory within three years. Lynn echoed this sentiment, viewing the win as merely the start of a promising partnership, highlighting the car’s evolution as integral to its racing pedigree.
In summary, JOTA’s recent performance indicates a promising trajectory for Cadillac’s Hypercar program, with both confidence and ambitions set high for the remainder of the season.
