Despite facing an engine upgrade delay, Alpine has shown improved pace in the WEC 2023 season, with the #35 A424 delivering the marque’s best qualifying performance at Interlagos. The team’s resilience and adaptability have been on display as they navigate the challenges, aiming to fight for a top-five finish at COTA.
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Porsche asserts its dominance in the opening practice session for this weekend’s FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) round at the Circuit of The Americas (COTA), with Australian driver Matt Campbell topping the timesheets in the #5 Penske-run Porsche 963 LMDh.
The Aston Martin Valkyrie AMR-LMH, the British manufacturer’s latest contender for the FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) and IMSA SportsCar Championship, has already accumulated over 6,000 km in pre-season testing, with its competitive debut eagerly awaited by British GT enthusiasts.
Toyota Gazoo Racing have clinched a resounding victory at the 6 Hours of São Paulo, the 5th round of the 2024 FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) season. The #8 Toyota, driven by the formidable trio of Sebastian Buemi, Brendon Hartley, and Ryo Hirakawa, put on a dominant display to secure their first podium finish of the year in triumphant fashion.
From the 2002 US Grand Prix to the 2019 Bathurst 12 Hour, GT racing has seen some of the most heart-pounding finishes in motorsport. Explore the closest conclusions that have left an indelible mark on the world of GT racing.
Porsche Penske Motorsport’s 963 prototype has undergone a remarkable turnaround, from a shaky start in IMSA to becoming the dominant force in both the IMSA and WEC championships. Learn how the 963 has consistently been on the podium, with Porsche’s customer team, Jota, topping the WEC teams’ standings.
The Dakar Rally has revealed the six events that will feature sprint stages in the 2025 edition of the grueling off-road competition, with the iconic Spa-Francorchamps circuit in Belgium making a comeback to the sprint calendar.
In a major victory for Porsche’s 911 Dakar program, the appeal filed by Rowe Racing against the results of the Nürburgring 24 Hour race has been dismissed, ensuring the Audi crew remains the rightful winners of the Intercontinental GT Challenge event. The Dakar Rally-inspired Porsche 911 Dakar’s dominant performance is a testament to the brand’s engineering prowess and the versatility of the iconic sports car.
In a move to ensure a level playing field, the FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) organizers have announced key Balance of Performance (BoP) adjustments ahead of the upcoming Interlagos round. This includes a significant power boost for Ferrari’s 499P Hypercar, as well as weight changes for other top contenders, setting the stage for an electrifying showdown on the iconic Brazilian circuit.
In a significant development for motorsport enthusiasts, the organizer of the Rally Greece and the WRC Promoter have signed a new contract, extending the Acropolis Rally’s presence in the FIA World Rally Championship (WRC) until 2027. This news will undoubtedly delight GT and endurance racing fans as the continued presence of the iconic event ensures a diverse and challenging calendar for the world’s top drivers and teams.