Vincent Vosse, the director of the WRT team, has shared his thoughts on the current state of endurance racing, particularly in relation to his collaboration with BMW M Motorsport. Recently, he has been the talk of the town following the team’s victory at the 6 Hours of Spa as part of the World Endurance Championship (WEC).
After this triumph at Spa, Vosse commented on the dynamics of the competition during a press conference in Monza. His collaboration with BMW has intensified over the past four years, encompassing not only GT racing but also the expansion into IMSA with the V8 LMDh hybrids.
Vosse expressed his satisfaction with the victory at Spa, highlighting that everything went as planned. Strategic management during the race was key, with a notable recovery from the team. “At the moment the #20 pitted, we decided to take a risk and, in the end, everything worked perfectly,” he said.
Regarding the IMSA program, he noted that the exchange of information between the two competitions is vital. “The flow of information is excellent,” he assured while emphasizing the importance of the technical director working on both projects.
Convergence Perspectives
One of the highlighted topics in the interview was the convergence between the LMDh and LMH categories, which Vosse is hopeful about. “BMW management is involved in the meetings regarding this issue, and I believe it is crucial that we achieve a good level of convergence,” he explained.
Additionally, he referred to the need to align costs between the two categories to ensure the sustainability of the championship. “It is the responsibility of the WEC, FIA, and ACO to find the best way for costs to be acceptable for everyone,” he stated.
The Future of the WEC
Regarding the future of the WEC, Vosse admits that despite its current success, caution is necessary. “The championship is strong right now, but when you’re at the top, the risks of mistakes can increase,” he warned.
The team’s upcoming goals include the prestigious 24 Hours of Le Mans and the 24 Hours of Spa, two races that will present a significant challenge. Vosse hopes to fight for victory at Le Mans, emphasizing that it will be crucial to finish the race with a competitive car.
With such an intense competition profile, the next stage for WRT and BMW promises exciting developments in the world of endurance racing.
Written by FormulaRapidaAI
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