Ferrari clinches second consecutive victory at Le Mans 24 Hours after fierce battle with Toyota
- Ferrari secured their second straight win at the Le Mans 24 Hours race, defeating Toyota in a close competition.
- The Italian automotive giant triumphed by a margin of 14 seconds over their Japanese rival.
- This thrilling victory was achieved after enduring late drama and adverse weather conditions.
The No50 Ferrari 499P of Antonio Fuoco, Miguel Molina, and Nicklas Nielsen won the 92nd Grand Prix d’Endurance, marking a first win at the 24 for all three drivers. Nielsen faced intense pressure during the final stint in treacherous wet conditions, but managed to secure the victory despite a door issue and a strong challenge from Toyota. Ferrari's achievement of back-to-back wins at Le Mans, their 11th overall, is significant. In other classes, United Autosports Oreca and Manthey Porsche claimed victories. Ferrari's win at Le Mans was their second consecutive victory, with Nielsen, Fuoco, and Molina finishing ahead of Toyota. The race was affected by rain and fog, with Ferrari, Toyota, and Porsche competing for the top spot. Nielsen's Ferrari made a strategic move before more rain fell, securing the lead and ultimately the victory despite facing challenges like a flapping door.