Cadillac WEC Victory etched its name into FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) history books with a spectacular 1–2 finish at the 6 Hours of São Paulo on July 13, 2025. The victory—Cadillac’s first since entering the WEC in 2023—came at the hands of the No. 12 Hertz Team JOTA Cadillac V-Series. R, driven by Alex Lynn, Will Stevens, and Norman Nato, who led their sister car, the No. 38, across the line by a decisive 57 seconds.
The Interlagos circuit, known for its technical layout and unpredictable grip, set the stage for a commanding performance that ended Ferrari’s four-race winning streak. The No. 38 Cadillac, piloted by Earl Bamber, Jenson Button, and Sébastien Bourdais, secured second place, while Porsche’s No. 5 car rounded out the podium.
This historic 1–2 marked a breakthrough for the American marque in endurance racing’s top category, confirming Cadillac’s growing competitiveness on the global stage.
Strategy and Precision Propel Cadillac to the Top
Qualifying had already hinted at Cadillac’s potential, with Lynn securing pole position for the No. 12 car. Despite Bourdais being penalized for impeding, both Cadillacs showed front-running pace from the outset. Porsche initially took the lead at the race start, but Cadillac swiftly regained control thanks to a well-executed pit stop strategy and consistent pace (RACER).
A moment of drama came when Stevens incurred a drive-through penalty for low tire pressure, briefly dropping the No. 12 back. But a perfectly timed undercut during the pit window allowed the team to reclaim the lead, which they never relinquished. The No. 38 car played a crucial role by defending second place from Porsche’s advances in the closing stages, cementing the Cadillac WEC Victory.
Ferrari, dominant until now, struggled across the board. Their best-placed car, the No. 83, finished eighth, bringing their winning streak to an abrupt halt. Meanwhile, Porsche’s No. 6 entry took fourth, BMW secured fifth with the No. 20, and Peugeot celebrated a season-best with sixth and seventh-place finishes.
Cadillac’s Victory Shifts the Championship Landscape
The Interlagos win is a statement of intent for Cadillac and Team JOTA. Having taken over from Chip Ganassi Racing, the team has transformed into a genuine title contender. This Cadillac WEC Victory follows earlier glimpses of speed—like Cadillac’s pole at Le Mans—and now signals a new phase in their WEC journey.
“This is a massive moment,” said Alex Lynn. “We’ve been building toward this, and today shows what’s possible. It’s just the start.” Stevens added that the team’s performance has laid the foundation for bigger goals.
In the championship standings, Ferrari still leads, but Porsche has closed the gap. The Cadillac No. 12 crew has climbed to third overall in the driver standings, while Ferrari’s title hopes suffered a dent with the No. 50 car falling back.
As the WEC heads to the Lone Star Le Mans in Austin, all eyes will be on whether this Cadillac WEC Victory can turn this landmark victory into sustained momentum for the remainder of the season.
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