The 2025 FIA World Endurance Championship commenced with Ferrari achieving a historic 1-2-3 finish at the Qatar 1812km race. The #50 Ferrari 499P took first place, while Corvette won the LMGT3 class. This event marked a significant milestone for Ferrari in the Hypercar category, as they dominated the podium.
The opening event of the 2025 FIA World Endurance Championship culminated in a remarkable achievement for Ferrari, as they secured a historic 1-2-3 finish at the Qatar 1812km race. The 50 Ferrari 499P, driven by Antonio Fuoco, Miguel Molina, and Nicklas Nielsen, claimed victory, while the Corvette team won in the LMGT3 category.
Ferrari’s success was marked by the performance of the 50 499P, which led the way, followed closely by the privately entered 83 499P and the 51 factory entry that started from pole position. This marks the first occasion that a single manufacturer has monopolized the podium since the introduction of the Hypercar category.
The finishing order in the Hypercar class included: 1st – 50 Ferrari 499P (318 laps), 2nd – 83 Ferrari 499P (+2.348 seconds), and 3rd – 51 Ferrari 499P (+2.677 seconds). Other notable finishers included the BMW M Hybrid V8 and Toyota GR010 Hybrid, showcasing a competitive field.
In the LMGT3 class, the 33 Corvette Z06 LMGT3.R, driven by Ben Keating, Jonny Edgar, and Daniel Juncadella, secured first place after a challenging race. Juncadella’s experience proved vital as he held off a late surge from Grégoire Saucy, driving the 59 McLaren 720S LMGT3 Evo.
The top five finishers in the LMGT3 class were: 1st – 33 Corvette Z06 LMGT3.R (287 laps), 2nd – 59 McLaren 720S LMGT3 Evo (+0.493 seconds), 3rd – 31 BMW M4 LMGT3 (1 lap down), 4th – 78 Lexus RC F LMGT3 (1 lap down), and 5th – 21 Ferrari 296 LMGT3 (1 lap down).
Looking ahead, the next round of the FIA WEC is scheduled for 20 April at the 6 Hours of Imola, marking another opportunity for teams to compete in this prestigious championship.
The 2025 FIA WEC kickoff in Qatar heralded a historic moment for Ferrari with their 1-2-3 podium finish, signifying a significant achievement in the Hypercar category. The performance in the LMGT3 class further showcased the competitive nature of endurance racing, exemplified by a thrilling finish. With the next race at Imola approaching, anticipation builds for further exciting developments in the championship.
Original Source: www.24h-lemans.com
