Porsche teams fully prepared for the world’s toughest automobile race
Timo Bernhard (Porsche 911 RSR #94): “We were repeatedly thrown out of our rhythm by the many slow zones and red flags, especially during the morning session. I’m particularly pleased to share a 911 RSR with Sven Müller and my old friend Romain Dumas.”
Romain Dumas (Porsche 911 RSR #94): “I travelled straight from the Blancpain GT Series at Le Castellet to Le Mans. We were able to cover many kilometres with the 911 RSR on the track and gain confidence. The conditions for the test were good. The 24-hour race will be a close race, the different teams are not separated by much.”
Sven Müller (Porsche 911 RSR #94): “Today I turned my first laps at Le Mans in the new Porsche 911 RSR. The track is truly impressive: It’s a fascinating mix of long straights and ultra-fast corners like the Porsche Curves. With Timo Bernhard and Romain Dumas I have two very experienced teammates who are already outright winners at Le Mans. Their advice helps me a lot in preparing myself optimally for the race.”
Jörg Bergmeister (Porsche 911 RSR #56): “The test was very difficult for us. We didn’t find the right rhythm. And there were constant interruptions. I hope things run more smoothly in the race.”
Julien Andlauer (Porsche 911 RSR #77): “I’m really excited. The car felt very good and is well balanced. There are always things that need improving, but with the fastest time in the Am class I am for sure more than satisfied.”
Christina Nielsen (Porsche 911 RSR #80): “Le Mans 2018 has certainly begun very adventurously. On Saturday I contested an IMSA race in Detroit. Straight afterwards I caught a night flight to France so that I could be on time to jump in the car for the pre-test. In this respect it’s the perfect preparation for night and morning stints in the race when you climb into the cockpit with little sleep.”
Ben Barker (Porsche 911 RSR #86): “We worked on several things with the setup and were able to collect a lot of new data. The RSR handles well and the balance gives us drivers a good feeling.”
Matteo Cairoli (Porsche 911 RSR #88): “Le Mans is simply something special. As a kid I always dreamed of racing here, and this is now my second time. The 911 RSR completed the test programme without any problems. We were able to work intensively on the setup.”
Patrick Long (Porsche 911 RSR #99): “Today it was very important to figure out a routine for the work procedures at Le Mans. Because of the interruptions in the first session of the day, we had to use the afternoon to work more intensely. We’re well prepared for the big race.”
