{"id":58616,"date":"2021-05-21T10:31:13","date_gmt":"2021-05-21T10:31:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/insideracing.com\/wordpress_X\/index.php\/2021\/05\/21\/defending-champion-larry-ten-voorde-posts-pole-position-in-monte-carlo\/"},"modified":"2021-05-21T10:31:13","modified_gmt":"2021-05-21T10:31:13","slug":"defending-champion-larry-ten-voorde-posts-pole-position-in-monte-carlo","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/insideracing.com\/defending-champion-larry-ten-voorde-posts-pole-position-in-monte-carlo\/","title":{"rendered":"Defending champion Larry ten Voorde posts pole position in Monte Carlo"},"content":{"rendered":"

Larry ten Voorde has launched his title defence mission in the Porsche Mobil 1 Supercup by setting pole position at the season-opening round in Monte Carlo.<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

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In the new Porsche 911 GT3 Cup, the Dutchman dominated the qualifying on the street circuit through the Principality. Several times over the 30-minute session, the GP Elite team driver managed to improve on his personal record.<\/span><\/p>\n

During his decisive lap, he clocked a time that was almost two seconds faster than the pole-setting time of 2019, when the international one-make cup last visited Monaco. \u201cI drove a perfect lap and in some places even scrapped the guardrail slightly. But I was so gentle that the barrier didn\u2019t punish me,\u201d joked Ten Voorde.<\/span><\/p>\n

Sharing the first grid row in second place is Jaxon Evans (Martinet by Alm\u00e9ras) from New Zealand. The third grid spot went to the best rookie and Evans\u2019s teammate Dorian Boccolacci from France. Misfortune, on the other hand, plagued Dylan Pereira (BWT Lechner Racing). <\/span><\/p>\n

Last year\u2019s vice-champion turned the fastest lap in free practice, however, in qualifying, the Luxembourger returned to the pits with a damaged radiator after hitting a barrier and had to abandon his qualifying attempt. As a consequence, Pereira has to take up the race from the last grid row.<\/span><\/p>\n

The tradition-steeped street circuit of Monte Carlo is regarded as one of the most demanding racetracks in the world. The opening round of the 2021 Porsche Mobil 1 Supercup throws additional challenges at team and drivers: For the first time in 29 years of Supercup history, the Principality at the Mediterranean serves as a backdrop for the season opener of the international one-make cup. Moreover, the racing vehicle \u2013 the ca. 375 kW (510 hp) Porsche 911 GT3 Cup (Generation 992) \u2013 is new.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cWe usually test on a new track prior to a race. This wasn\u2019t possible in Monaco, so heading into the race we don\u2019t have any data, for example, on the suspension setup,\u201d explains Porsche Junior Ayhancan G\u00fcven (Turkey), who set the fifth quickest qualifying time. In this regard, teamwork is the answer. \u201cI tried out different settings than Ayhancan in free practice,\u201d declares Dylan Pereira, G\u00fcven\u2019s teammate at BWT Lechner Racing. \u201cWe then compared the data from our two cars to find the ideal setup.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

In one aspect, all drivers agree: The new Porsche 911 GT3 Cup, which, compared to its predecessor, features a wider track on the front axle and has a rear wing that generates even more downforce, provides significantly more mechanical and aerodynamic grip. \u201cThrough the tunnel, for example, I go full throttle. That wasn\u2019t possible with the previous 911 GT3 Cup,\u201d explains polesetter Larry ten Voorde.<\/span><\/p>\n

A decisive secret of a fast lap is to include the curbs in the ideal racing line. While Formula 1 drivers mostly have to avoid these artificial kerbs, the Porsche 911 GT3 Cup is more forgiving of a considerably more aggressive driving style. \u201cYou have to drive over the curbs, otherwise you\u2019ll be too slow,\u201d says Porsche Junior G\u00fcven. <\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cThe trick is to hit them at the right angle so that the car doesn\u2019t get too unstable when landing.\u201d The fact that all four wheels of the vehicles occasionally lift off is part of pushing the limit. \u201cThe new 911 GT3 Cup flies better than its predecessor,\u201d G\u00fcven quickly discovered.<\/span><\/p>\n

The race starts on Sunday (23 May 2021) at 10:20 am CEST. The TV channels Eurosport and Sky Sport and the streaming service f1tv.formula1.com provide a live broadcast. Fans can also follow the Porsche Mobil 1 Supercup action on Twitter (@PorscheSupercup \/ @PorscheRaces), Instagram (@PorscheSupercup) and Facebook (@PorscheSupercup).<\/span><\/p>\n

Qualifying Porsche Mobil 1 Supercup round 1, Monte Carlo<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

1. Larry ten Voorde (NL\/Team GP Elite), 1:33.099 min.<\/span>
2. Jaxon Evans (NZ\/ Martinet by Alm\u00e9ras), +0.175 sec.<\/span>
3. Dorian Boccolacci (F\/Martinet by Alm\u00e9ras), +0.236 sec.<\/span>
4. Christopher Z\u00f6chling (A\/FACH AUTO TECH), +0.376 sec.<\/span>
5. Ayhancan G\u00fcven (TR\/BWT Lechner Racing), +0.487 sec.<\/span>
6. Florian Latorre (F\/CLRT), +0.611 sec.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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