Historic Achievements at the Endurance Brasil Championship
The Endurance Brasil Championship witnessed a remarkable event at the Nelson Piquet International Autodrome in Brasília, where the AJR #128 team, driven by Sarin Carlesso and Matheus Morgatto, made headlines by clinching the very first pole position of the 2025 season. This qualifying session, held on Friday, marked the symbolic start of the final stage of the season, setting the stage for an exhilarating conclusion to the championship.
A Record-Breaking Performance
The duo from JLM Racing recorded an impressive average lap time of 1:43.805 during their qualifying run. Notably, Carlesso also achieved the fastest lap of the newly configured 5,321-meter circuit, clocking in at 1:43.461. This performance not only secured them the pole position but also signaled their readiness to compete fiercely in the upcoming race.
Title Contenders and Strategy
As the teams prepared for the final race, the focus shifted to the championship contenders. The trio of Gaetano di Mauro, Arthur Pavie, and Guilherme Koenigkan, driving the Ligier JS P320 #117, entered the race with a strategic advantage. With only a third-place finish needed to secure the title in the P1 class as well as the overall championship, their approach would be critical to their success. They secured the second position on the starting grid, placing them right alongside the pole-sitting AJR team.
In the second row of the grid, the competition was fierce, with two Ligier entries from Foresti Sports lining up to challenge for the top spots. Lucas Foresti, Victor Foresti, and Rafa Martins, along with Adriano Buzaid and Fernando Gorayeb, were set to put up a strong fight as they aimed for a podium finish that could shake up the championship standings.
Further down the grid, André Moraes Jr., Daniel Lancaster, and Flávio Abrunhoza in their Ligier JS P320 #22 were also in contention. Their strategy was straightforward: complete the race to secure the Legends Trophy, adding another layer of excitement to the contest.
The GT3 Category Showdown
In the GT3 category, Stuttgart Motorsport showcased the power of their Porsche 911 GT3 R, with Marçal Müller and Ricardo Maurício achieving the pole position. This duo, along with Marcel Visconde, had already claimed the championship title ahead of time, highlighting their dominance throughout the season. The Brasília stage attracted significant attention, with heavyweights like Guilherme Figueiroa and Júlio Campos in the Mercedes AMG GT3, as well as Marcelo Hahn, Chris Hahn, and Allam Khodair in the McLaren 720S, making their return to the championship.
The GT3 category was proving to be highly competitive, with every team eager to leave their mark in the final race of the season. The addition of top-tier drivers and teams promised an exhilarating showdown, and fans were eager to see how the championship would conclude.
Dominance in GT4
The GT4 category saw Rafa Brocchi continuing his exceptional form, maintaining a perfect record in qualifying sessions. During his third participation of the season, he secured his third consecutive pole position in the Mercedes AMG GT4, this time alongside newcomer Felipe Baptista. Their performance was indicative of GForce Autosport’s strength in the GT4 class.
As the battle for the vice-championship unfolded, Giuliano Bertuccelli and Enrico Pedrosa, who would be partnering with Luiz Landi, started the race from the fifth position. This placed them one spot ahead of their closest rivals, Marcelo Figueiredo, Márcio Kumruian, and Rogério Rodrigues, setting the stage for a tense and thrilling race.
The Grand Finale: Four Hours of Brasília
The grand finale of the Endurance Brasil 2025 season was scheduled for Saturday, with the race set to last for four hours plus one additional lap, beginning at 1:30 PM. Fans and participants alike were buzzing with anticipation as they looked forward to witnessing the culmination of a season filled with intense competition and strategic maneuvers.
For those unable to attend in person, the race would be broadcast live on the official YouTube channel of Endurance Brasil, as well as on FastTV’s Acelerados channel. Additionally, highlights from the race would be aired the following weekend on RedeTV!, ensuring that the excitement of the event reached a broader audience.
Complete Starting Grid for the Brasília Stage
As the race day approached, the starting grid was finalized, featuring a mix of experienced drivers and promising newcomers. The grid was as follows:
| Position | Drivers | Car | Team | Category | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sarin Carlesso / Matheus Morgatto | AJR #128 | JLM Racing | P1 | 1:43.805 |
| 2 | Gaetano di Mauro / Arthur Pavie / Gabriel Koenigkan | Ligier JS P320 #117 | BTZ Motorsport | P1 | 1:44.450 |
| 3 | Lucas Foresti / Victor Foresti (L) / Rafa Martins | Ligier JS P320 #42 | Foresti Sports | P1 | 1:45.309 |
| 4 | Adriano Buzaid / Fernando Gorayeb | Ligier JS P320 #88 | Foresti Sports | P1 | 1:45.937 |
| 5 | Flávio Abrunhoza (L) / André Moraes Jr. / Daniel Lancaster | Ligier JS P320 #22 | GForce Autosport | P1 | 1:46.428 |
| 6 | Pedro Queirolo / David Muffato | AJR #35 | TMG Racing | P1 | 1:46.615 |
| 7 | Fernando Poeta (L) / Andersom Toso / Pietro Rimbano | Ligier JS P320 #18 | FTR Motorsport | P1 | 1:50.254 |
| 8 | Ricardo Maurício / Marçal Müller | Porsche 911 GT3 R #55 | Stuttgart Motorsport | GT3 | 1:51.323 |
| 9 | Henrique Assunção (L) / Cassiano Trein | AJR #75 | FTR Motorsport | P1 | 1:51.465 |
| 10 | Enzo Elias / André Rosário (L) / Miguel Rosário | Mercedes AMG GT3 #8 | Scuderia Chiarelli | GT3 | 1:52.231 |
| 11 | Guilherme Figueiroa (L) / Júlio Campos | Mercedes AMG GT3 #17 | GForce Autosport | GT3 | 1:52.836 |
| 12 | Marcelo Hahn / Chris Hahn / Allam Khodair | McLaren 720S #16 | Blau Motorsport | GT3 | 1:55.066 |
| 13 | Rafa Brocchi / Felipe Baptista | Mercedes AMG GT4 #2 | GForce Autosport | GT4 | 2:02.521 |
| 14 | André Negrão / Kim Camelo / Enzo Visconde | BMW M4 GT4 #64 | Eurobike–MC Tubarão | GT4 | 2:02.601 |
| 15 | Jacques Quartiero / Alan Hellmeister | Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 #21 | Stuttgart Motorsport | GT4 | 2:04.025 |
| 16 | Luiz Souza / Bruno Bonifácio / Victor Baptista | Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 #718 | Stuttgart Motorsport | GT4 | 2:05.378 |
| 17 | Giuliano Bertuccelli / Luiz Landi / Enrico Pedrosa | Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 #44 | Stuttgart Motorsport | GT4 | 2:05.801 |
| 18 | Marcelo Figueiredo / Rogério Rodrigues / Márcio Kumruian | Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 #982 | Stuttgart Motorsport | GT4 | 2:06.305 |
| 19 | Henry Visconde (L) / Cícero Nasser / José Luís Ribeiro | BMW M2 Clubsport #15 | Eurobike–MC Tubarão | GT4 | 2:12.430 |
| 20 | Gustavo Kiryla / Renan Guerra / Marco Pisani | Ligier JS P320 #31 | GForce Autosport | P1 | No time |
Saturday’s Schedule (6th)
The eventful Saturday was filled with activities leading up to the race. The schedule was as follows:
- 8:00 AM – Start of Bike Series
- 10:30 AM – End of Bike Series
- 11:00 AM – 11:15 AM – Warmup session
- 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM – Promotional hour and pit visits
- 1:00 PM – Opening of the pit
- 1:30 PM – Start of the Four Hours of Brasília
- 5:40 PM
