It may not be winning in Formula 1 these days, but there’s another Ferrari that has been crossing the finish line first. It’s still the same legendary marque from Maranello, only this time it dominates the world of endurance racing – a category it hadn’t conquered since 1972.
With third and fourth place finishes at the 8 Hours of Bahrain, Ferrari secured both the drivers’ and constructors’ world titles in the endurance championship. Unlike Formula 1, endurance teams compete in long-distance races where three drivers share the same car, taking turns behind the wheel for hours at a time. This year’s world champion trio is made up of Alessandro Pier Guidi, James Calado, and Antonio Giovinazzi.
Ferrari’s last endurance world title came over fifty years ago. Back then, it was a dominant force, winning ten of eleven races. This season was far more unpredictable. After a strong start, the team experienced some mid-season struggles but managed to recover when it mattered most, keeping rivals like Porsche and Toyota at bay in the final races.
Alongside the championship victories, Ferrari also achieved another remarkable feat – winning the prestigious 24 Hours of Le Mans for the third consecutive year. The legendary French race remains the crown jewel of endurance motorsport, testing both machines and drivers to their absolute limits. When Ferrari began designing its new prototype, the 499P, back in 2023, the main goal was to return to Le Mans glory. That mission has been accomplished, and then some: the car has gone on to win every edition of the race since.
This latest triumph marks a historic comeback for Ferrari in a discipline that celebrates teamwork, technology, and sheer endurance. While its Formula 1 team continues the pursuit of speed and success, Ferrari’s endurance squad has already proven that the spirit of victory in Maranello still burns as brightly as ever.
