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BMW M Hybrid V8 Secures Historic One-Two Finish In Indianapolis

BMW M Team RLL celebrated a major milestone in their IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship campaign with a remarkable one-two finish for the hybrid-powered BMW M Hybrid V8 at the 6-hour race in Indianapolis. This achievement, coming just days after the BMW M Hybrid V8’s first podium finish in the FIA World Endurance Championship, highlights the strength and innovation of BMW’s LMDh hybrid program.

The race at Indianapolis presented challenging weather conditions, including rain and a drying track, but the advanced hybrid technology of the BMW M Hybrid V8, combined with skilled driving and strategic decision-making, proved decisive.

Philipp Eng (AUT) and Jesse Krohn (FIN) in the #24 BMW M Hybrid V8 took the top spot, closely followed by their teammates Connor De Phillippi (USA) and Nick Yelloly (GBR) in the #25 car. This marks the first one-two finish for BMW M Team RLL since entering the GTP class and the first victory of the current season.

Indianapolis (USA), 20-22 September 2024. IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship, GTP, LMDh, #24 BMW M Hybrid V8, BMW M Team RLL, Philipp Eng, Jesse Krohn.

Competing at their home track, just a few kilometers from BMW’s headquarters, the team demonstrated the full potential of the BMW M Hybrid V8. The early decision to switch to slick tires gave the hybrid cars an edge, enabling them to maintain the lead even in the face of dense traffic during the final laps.

In the GTD class, Turner Motorsport also showcased the strength of BMW’s racing program, with Robby Foley, Patrick Gallagher, and Jake Walker (all USA) driving the #96 BMW M4 GT3 to a second-place finish. In the GTD PRO category, the #1 BMW M4 GT3 from Paul Miller Racing, driven by Madison Snow, Bryan Sellers, and Neil Verhagen (all USA), finished in eighth place.

This one-two finish not only highlights the capabilities of the BMW M Hybrid V8 as a cutting-edge hybrid vehicle but also underscores BMW’s commitment to pioneering hybrid technology in motorsports, demonstrating both resilience and performance throughout a challenging season.

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