Following its Le Mans 24 Hours triumph, Ferrari is considering a performance upgrade for its 499P Le Mans Hypercar that could be implemented before the end of the 2023 WEC season. The upgrade could significantly impact the championship’s remaining races at iconic circuits like Monza, Spa, and Fuji.
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In the final practice session before qualifying, Ferrari’s Antonio Fuoco set the pace in the #71 factory Ferrari 499P Le Mans Hypercar, clocking a lap time of 1m31.272s at the Imola circuit. This impressive performance came after topping Friday’s second practice, solidifying the Italian marque’s strong start to its home WEC round.
The FIA has announced significant Balance of Performance (BoP) changes for the upcoming Spa 6 Hours, round three of the 2024 WEC, with Ferrari’s 499P Le Mans Hypercar being the most heavily impacted. The Italian marque’s dominant performance at Imola last month has led to a 12kg increase in minimum weight and a 4kW (5bhp) reduction in maximum power for the Spa event.