"We knew that we could double stint the Michelin tyres, so we didn't change them on the last stop. I am really, really happy. It makes me really proud to be with a team like Tafel. It was a different challenge than Long Beach. You don't need to have a Long Beach every time. There will be more races like that coming in the future but for now I am really happy with this result."
"My stint was good. I think I could have improved a position but I didn't want to risk anything," added Farnbacher. "We are in the middle of the season and I was right behind Wolf [Henzler, #45]. I had a few chances to go by him but I didn't want to risk anything.
"I had problems with traffic at the beginning but I was able to catch back up to the pack every time. I think we have a pretty good strategy with our guys here on this team. It is incredible."
The sister #73
Ferrari F430 GTC co-driven by Alex Figge and Jim Tafel meanwhile gained four positions from their starting spot of twelfth to eventually finish eighth and 18th overall, two laps behind their team-mates.
"I didn't go out there and force it. I knew my position and every car in front of me that I saw I just reeled in," said driver and co-owner Jim Tafel. "I just tried to bring back an awesome car for Alex. I am really happy with my stint. I wish I was a little quicker but that will come with time.
"I am glad that I made no mistakes and I was out there consistently hitting every lap. Alex did a great job for the rest of the race. I am thrilled for the #71. What a great feeling. Dominik and Dirk both had great runs. The team was awesome. I'm really proud of the guys."
