Ferrari has unveiled the first performance upgrades for its 499P Le Mans Hypercar ahead of the crucial WEC Interlagos round. The updates, which include redesigned brake cooling ducts and minor aero modifications, are aimed at improving the car’s versatility and cooling efficiency as the Scuderia continues its push for the championship title.
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The 24 Hours of Le Mans is reaching its dramatic conclusion, with Toyota, Porsche, and Ferrari battling for the top spot in the Hypercar class. As the clock ticks down, the race has become a nail-biting affair, with the lead changing hands and the top contenders separated by mere seconds. Fans of endurance racing are in for a treat as this legendary event reaches its climactic finale.
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.
Toyota has revealed its interest in running a third car on a satellite basis in the World Endurance Championship (WEC), following in the footsteps of its rival Ferrari. This move could provide the Japanese manufacturer with more possibilities, though WEC race director Rob Leupen has emphasized that introducing an additional full-season entry in the Hypercar class before 2026 is unlikely.
Toyota Gazoo Racing Europe’s technical director David Floury offers a measured take on their Imola 6 Hours victory, emphasizing the strategic decisions that secured the win over Ferrari’s superior pace. As the WEC 2023 season unfolds, the Hypercar class dynamics and impending BoP changes aim to level the playing field.