Ferrari AF Corse just keeps on winning in the FIA World Endurance Championship. The No. 51 499P team led by Pier Guidi, Calado, and Giovinazzi took the top two spots at the 6 Hours of Spa-Francorchamps, thrilling almost 100,000 spectators. They started third on the grid and managed to maintain their championship lead with a flawless performance.
In the last two hours of the race, the No. 51 team nailed their strategy, making a perfect pit stop that kept them in the lead until the end. The margin of victory was only 4.2 seconds, with the No. 50 Ferrari team right on their tail. It was a close call as the No. 50 almost ran out of fuel, but some well-timed caution periods helped them save energy and secure second place.
Pier Guidi couldn’t believe their victory, saying he pushed himself to the limit throughout the race. Calado was equally surprised by their success, praising the team’s strategy and improvement. The race was anything but easy, with twists and turns that kept everyone on their toes until the final moments.
Alpine’s No. 36 A424 team also put up a strong fight, finishing third and coming close to upsetting Ferrari’s dominance. Mick Schumacher’s performance was particularly impressive, finishing within a second of the No. 50 team despite taking more fuel at the final pit stop.
Toyota Gazoo Racing pulled off a surprising fourth-place finish after starting 15th on the grid. Their strategic pit stops paid off, bringing them within striking distance of the leaders. Cadillac Hertz Team JOTA’s V-Series.Rs finished fifth and sixth, marking a solid performance for the British team.
Vista AF Corse’s No. 21 Ferrari 296 GT3 team claimed victory in the LMGT3 class, with constant door-to-door action and plenty of drama on the track. The No. 21 team secured their first win of the season, setting the stage for Le Mans. Ferrari’s success continued with a double podium finish in the LMGT3 class.
Proton Competition’s No. 88 Ford Mustang GT3 team surprised everyone by finishing second, while Heart of Racing’s No. 27 Aston Martin rounded out the top five. Despite some setbacks, the teams put on a thrilling show for the fans at Spa.
Overall, Ferrari’s dominance in the FIA World Endurance Championship continues, with the No. 51 team setting the pace at Spa-Francorchamps. The competition was fierce, and the fans were treated to a nail-biting finish as the teams battled it out on the track. The stage is now set for an exciting season ahead, with more twists and turns expected in the races to come.
