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Porsche Penske’s No. 6 Wins Rain‑Hit Lone Star Le Mans at COTA

Prolonged rain with stewarding calls reshaped the order.

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Matt Campbell took victory in the FIA World Endurance Championship at Circuit of the Americas.
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Kevin Estre traverses Circuit of the Americas during the Lone Star Le Mans, 9/7/2025 (Photo: DPPI)

Overview

  • Kevin Estre seized the lead from Alessandro Pier Guidi on a restart with light contact linked to a Ferrari puncture that proved decisive.
  • Peugeot secured a season‑best 3‑4 finish as the No. 50 Ferrari reclaimed second from the No. 94 late, with the No. 93 close behind.
  • The No. 51 Ferrari recovered to fifth and now holds a 15‑point championship lead with two rounds remaining.
  • The race opened behind the safety car, featured six safety cars, more than two hours of neutralized running and a 42‑minute red flag.
  • LMGT3 victory went to United Autosports’ No. 95 McLaren after a five‑second penalty for the No. 54 AF Corse Ferrari for contact, with slick‑versus‑wet tyre choices on a drying track deciding the class.