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The session was defined by the dominance of the Duqueine D08 in the hands of Silver-licensed drivers, while Bronze drivers like Mirco Schultis and Farhan Siddiqi showed flashes of brilliance. However, Travis Hills struggles in the Ligier…

Key takeaway: The session was defined by the dominance of the Duqueine D08 in the hands of Silver-licensed drivers, while Bronze drivers like Mirco Schultis and Farhan Siddiqi showed flashes of brilliance. However, Travis Hills struggles in the Ligier JS P325 underscore the importance of driver consistency and tire management in endurance racing.

Biggest surprise: Mirco Schultis, a Bronze-licensed driver, outperformed expectations with a fastest lap time of 105.6 seconds, showcasing strong sector performances and defying the typical hierarchy of license classes.

Top performers: Danny Soufi, Brady Golan, Oscar Tunjo

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