News Summary
During the Indianapolis 8 Hour race, driver Chaz Mostert played a key role in teammate Kenny Habul securing the Independent Cup title, despite severe weather and a post-race penalty. The team finished sixth overall, with Habul extending his record to four class titles. Mostert, visiting from Bathurst, showcased strong performance amidst challenging conditions, highlighting his commitment and skill. The event was marked by limited green flag racing due to weather, and the victory was claimed by the Team WRT car. Mostert plans to return to Australia for upcoming races, reaffirming his racing dedication.
Indianapolis, Indiana – Chaz Mostert played a pivotal role in helping teammate Kenny Habul secure the Independent Cup title during the challenging Indianapolis 8 Hour race on the iconic Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Despite severe weather conditions forcing a lengthy red flag stoppage, the team fought through to achieve a commendable result.
Mostert, who traveled from Bathurst to Indianapolis for the event, began the race in strong form, having qualified well. When the race saw its green flag restart, he started in sixth place. Within two laps of the resumption, he skillfully maneuvered the 75 Express Mercedes-AMG into fourth position. However, a 30-second post-race penalty for unauthorized work in the pit lane during the red flag period ultimately dropped the Mostert/Power/Habul car to sixth place overall.
While the team finished sixth, the result was significant as it led to Habul extending his record to four class titles, winning the Independent Cup in the process. Mostert praised Habul’s exceptional performance throughout the race, highlighting his ability to maintain competitive pace against seasoned professional drivers and keep the car on the lead lap despite the challenging conditions.
Race Details and Weather Impact
The race was heavily affected by adverse weather, resulting in limited green flag running. Only two laps of genuine racing occurred after the extensive stoppage, emphasizing the difficulty teams faced on the day. The victory went to the Team WRT car, driven by Kelvin van der Linde, Valentino Rossi, and Charles Weerts, marking WRT’s third consecutive Indianapolis 8 Hour win. Rossi celebrated his first victory in the Intercontinental GT World Challenge (IGTC) with this event.
Mostert’s Commitment and Future Plans
Mostert expressed gratitude for the opportunity to race at such a renowned venue, describing it as an honor to be part of the team at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Following this race, he is set to return to Australia, where he will compete in the Boost Mobile Gold Coast 500 on October 24-26.
Race Podium Positions
The race concluded with Team WRT securing the top spot, while the #888 Mercedes-AMG driven by Maro Engel, Maxime Martin, and Tom Kalender took second place. Raffaele Marciello’s WRT BMW finished in third position.
Despite the challenges posed by the weather and subsequent penalties, the event showcased the determination and skill of the drivers involved, particularly Mostert and Habul, as they made a noteworthy impact on the Indianapolis 8 Hour race.
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Additional Resources
- Sportscar365: WRT Wins Weather-Impacted Indy 8H
- Intercontinental GT Challenge: Van der Linde Claims Title in Stormy Indianapolis 8 Hour
- Supercars.com: Chaz Mostert Indianapolis 8 Hour Race Report
- Google Search: Indianapolis 8 Hour race
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Motorsport
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