WEC 2024: Ferrari AF Corse Disqualified from Qualifying at 6 Hours of Spa
In a dramatic turn of events, the #50 Ferrari AF Corse has been disqualified from qualifying for the 2024 6 Hours of Spa, stripping the Ferrari 499P of its pole position. The Hypercar will now start from the back of the grid, dealing a significant blow to the team’s chances in the highly anticipated event.
The disqualification comes after an investigation revealed that the Ferrari 499P failed to meet the minimum car weight requirements, violating FIA WEC regulations. According to the official statement from the stewards, “the minimum car weight did not comply with the relevant regulations,” leading to the disqualification and deletion of the lap time from the qualifying and Hyperpole sessions.
As a result, the #5 Porsche Penske Motorsport car, driven by Matt Campbell, inherits pole position for the second time in 2024. Meanwhile, Cadillac Racing’s impressive qualifying result of 3rd has been elevated to 2nd on the grid, setting the stage for an intense battle in Saturday’s race.
In the LMGT3 category, the #95 United Autosports McLaren also faced similar penalties, dropping from 2nd to last on the grid. The WEC 2024 season has been marked by intense competition, and this latest development will undoubtedly add an extra layer of excitement to the 6 Hours of Spa.
Stay tuned for further updates on the WEC 2024 calendar, including the revised starting grid for the 6 Hours of Spa. With the FIA WEC season heating up, fans can expect plenty of drama and action in the coming weeks.
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