
Photo : Nicolas COUSSEAU - ACO/Nikon
After BMW victory, the three drivers gave their comments after the race.
Joey Hand: "The car worked well all week. The balance was good. When you feel good in a car can go fast for a long time. BMW Rahal Letterman Lanigan worked well together during the offseason. They analyzed the data they collected last season to draw conclusions. The Dunlop tyres were good for each stint. Drivers and crew, we did mot make any mistakes, though there are new team members. Everyone is working in harmony, like old friends and family. Many cars in the category are fast. I learned that in endurance to win you need a flawless car. "
Dirk Müller: "I had a collision with a prototype early in the race. I tried to avoid it, but I could not and the tyre was cut. We put on a new set of tyres, I went back and the car worked well. The safety car helped us to make back the length of the circuit. In fact, our guys are very quick to refuel. We have been consistent, but I was also unlucky. I made a 360 in Turn 1, it is really not the place! I had a flat tyre, but I continued despite the vibration. "
Andy Priaulx: "I got lucky with 2nd safety car which allowed me to return to racing. We do not at fault and we were quick when he had to. It's great to add to his resume Sebring! We could not find a better start in ILMC. I hope we continue this momentum. We took a lot of fun during this week, even if it is the endurance race the hardest of all. "
Interview by Cécile Bonardel
Photo: Sebring (Florida, USA), 12 Hours of Sebring, March 19, 2011. BMW Hand-Müller-Priaulx