Ferrari Achieves Historic 1-2-3 Finish at Qatar 1812km

Ferrari achieved a historic 1-2-3 finish at the Qatar 1812km race, marking a significant milestone in the 2025 FIA World Endurance Championship. The #50 Ferrari 499P won the race, while the #33 Corvette Z06 LMGT3.R claimed victory in the LMGT3 class. The series continues with the next round at the 6 Hours of Imola on April 20, 2025.

In a historic performance at the opening round of the 2025 FIA World Endurance Championship, Ferrari achieved a remarkable 1-2-3 finish at the Qatar 1812km race. The victorious 50 Ferrari 499P, operated by Ferrari AF Corse and driven by Antonio Fuoco, Miguel Molina, and Nicklas Nielsen, outpaced the competition, with Corvette taking top honors in the LMGT3 class.

Following the 50 Ferrari, the 83 privately entered 499P from AF Corse secured second place, while the 51 factory car, which began the race in pole position, finished third. This achievement marked the first instance of a manufacturer sweeping the podium since the introduction of the Hypercar category.

The top ten finishers in the Hypercar class are as follows:
1. 50 Ferrari 499P | Ferrari AF Corse | – 318 laps
2. 83 Ferrari 499P | AF Corse | +2.348
3. 51 Ferrari 499P | Ferrari AF Corse | +2.677
4. 15 BMW M Hybrid V8 | BMW M Team WRT | +9.907
5. 8 Toyota GR010 Hybrid | Toyota Gazoo Racing | +19.628
6. 7 Toyota GR010 Hybrid | Toyota Gazoo Racing | +23.266
7. 20 BMW M Hybrid V8 | BMW M Team WRT | +36.388
8. 12 Cadillac V-Series.R | Cadillac Hertz Team JOTA | +37.756
9. 3 Peugeot 9X8 | Peugeot TotalEnergies | +1:29.683
10. 5 Porsche 963 | Porsche Penske Motorsport | +1 lap.

In the LMGT3 class, the 33 Corvette Z06 LMGT3.R, driven by Ben Keating, Jonny Edgar, and Daniel Juncadella of TF Sport, clinched victory. Juncadella demonstrated his extensive experience in the final laps, successfully maintaining his lead against Grégoire Saucy from United Autosports, who drove the 59 McLaren 720S LMGT3 Evo.

The top five finishers in the LMGT3 class include:
1. 33 Corvette Z06 LMGT3.R | TF Sport | 287 laps
2. 59 McLaren 720S LMGT3 Evo | United Autosports | +0.493
3. 31 BMW M4 LMGT3 | The Bend Team WRT | +1 lap
4. 78 Lexus RC F LMGT3 | Akkodis ASP Team | +1 lap
5. 21 Ferrari 296 LMGT3 | Vista AF Corse | +1 lap.

The next challenge for the competitors in the FIA WEC will take place at the esteemed 6 Hours of Imola in Italy on April 20, 2025.

Ferrari’s notable 1-2-3 finish at the Qatar 1812km race emphasizes their dominance in the Hypercar category. Moreover, the strong performance by the Corvette team in the LMGT3 class illustrates the competitive spirit of the championship. The upcoming races promise to be equally thrilling as teams prepare for the next round in Imola.

Original Source: www.24h-lemans.com