In a captivating World Endurance Championship (WEC) race at Imola, Toyota Gazoo Racing Europe emerged victorious despite lacking the outright pace of the dominant Ferrari 499P LMH. Through strategic brilliance and the heroic driving of Kamui Kobayashi, Toyota overcame Ferrari’s superior speed to secure a hard-fought win.
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The new LMGT3 class at the 24 Hours of Le Mans is set to bring a host of top GT3 stars to the iconic endurance race, including Ford’s Christopher Mies, Lexus’ Kelvin van der Linde, and Corvette’s Daniel Juncadella. But beyond the headline names, several other talented drivers like British GT ace Phil Keen and Mercedes GT3 specialist Maro Engel are eager to make their Le Mans debuts and leave their mark on the legendary event.
The second practice session for the upcoming FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) Spa 6 Hours race witnessed an intense battle among the top contenders in the GT category, with Kévin Estre in the Porsche Penske Motorsport 963 setting the benchmark and a host of other top drivers close behind. The session was not without its challenges, with three full course yellows interrupting the action, but the competitive spirit on display promises an exciting and closely-fought race ahead for WEC and GT enthusiasts.
In a thrilling WEC race at Spa, the Porsche 963 LMDh cars dominated the Hypercar class, with the customer Jota team securing a historic victory. The race was not without its drama, but Ilott and Estre’s excellent fuel and tire management led to a dominant win for the British squad.
Lamborghini’s new SC63 has made a strong debut in the 2023 World Endurance Championship (WEC), showcasing its reliability and performance despite challenging weather conditions during pre-season testing. With the team’s focus on optimizing the car’s performance, enthusiasts can look forward to Lamborghini’s continued success in the world’s premier endurance racing championship.
For Swiss racing driver Marc Surer, the results he achieved with his on-and-off partner Manfred Winkelhock between 1977 and 1985 pale in comparison to the cherished friendship they shared. The two drivers, who competed together in the WEC, Formula 2, and Formula 1, forged an unbreakable bond that transcended their fierce rivalry on the track.
The Alpine LMDh team is expecting good news this week regarding Ferdinand Habsburg’s return to the #35 car for the upcoming Spa 6 Hours round of the FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) on May 11th. The 25-year-old Austrian driver is still awaiting final sign-off from his doctors to return to racing after fracturing two lumbar vertebrae in a testing incident at MotorLand Aragon in late March.
The opening practice session of the 2023 FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) at Spa-Francorchamps has set the stage for an intense battle among the top teams and drivers. Ferrari’s Antonio Fuoco topped the timesheets, showcasing the Italian manufacturer’s strong form, while new Hypercar contenders from Lamborghini and Alpine also impressed with their pace.
Will Stevens, the consistent and dependable Jota driver, has been instrumental in the team’s achievements, including back-to-back LMP2 victories in 2016 and their title-winning season in 2022. As Jota prepares to challenge the factory-backed Porsche, Ferrari, and Toyota entries in the Hypercar class, Stevens’ leadership and technical expertise will be crucial to their success.
In a bittersweet qualifying session for the Spa 6 Hours, the third round of the 2023 FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC), British driver James Calado of the #51 Ferrari 499P Le Mans Hypercar team expressed his disappointment after failing to advance to the Hyperpole session. Calado revealed that he made mistakes on his two quickest laps, ultimately leaving him outside the top 10 cars that progressed to the final session.