Cadillac Hertz Team JOTA achieved an eighth-place finish at the 2026 FIA World Endurance Championship's opening round in Imola, securing four championship points. In contrast, the No.12 car finished just outside the points in 13th position. Both cars faced challenges, especially in overtaking due to the track's tight layout, but executed a solid race strategy amidst fierce competition.

By the Numbers
  • No.38 car finished in P8, earning 4 championship points.
  • No.12 car started in P5 but finished in P13 after a drive-through penalty.
State of Play
  • The No.12 car was leading the race until a yellow flag penalty set it back significantly.
  • Rain during the race added complexity but did not alter the final results drastically.
What's Next

Cadillac Hertz Team JOTA will compete at Spa-Francorchamps, Belgium, on May 9th, where they aim to build on their performance and improve their grid positions for a stronger outcome.

Bottom Line

The team's experience in Imola reveals room for improvement, especially regarding strategy and penalties, but their competitive pace offers optimism heading into future races.