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. It will take place at the

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started the qualifying race from pole position. The qualifying race was won by

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in second place.

Qualifying

Qualifying result

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of Emmanuel Moncini and

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was withdrawn from the event, three cars were eliminated from the first session instead of the normal four. Notes: * — The No. 24 Reiter Lamborghini had its Qualifying 3 times cancelled following a stewards decision.

Race results

Qualifying Race

Notes: * — The No. 18 Vita4One BMW was given a 30 second post-race penalty for failing to turn off their engine during their pit stop.

Championship Race

References

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