1st May 2026. #9 Oreca 07 - Gibson of Jonas RIED (GER) and Sebastian PRIAULX (GBR) and Mike ROCKENFELLER (SUI) (PROTON COMPETITION) prototype leads through a high-speed corner as the car closes in, both maintaining precision under pressure.. Credit: Craig Allan-McWilliams

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