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Ferrari’s Le Mans 24 Hours win is Autosport’s Moment of the Year
The legendary Italian team made a triumphant return to top-level sportscar racing after a 50-year hiatus, dominating the front row with their two 499P Hypercars and ultimately clinching victory in a thrilling battle against Toyota. The prestigious accolade was awarded at the Autosport Awards in London on December 3rd. Among the contenders were standout performances such as Josef Newgarden’s triumph in the Indianapolis 500, Max Verstappen’s record-breaking Formula 1 streak at the Italian GP, and Shane van Gisbergen’s shocking win in his NASCAR Cup debut in Chicago. The award was presented to Ferrari hypercar boss Antonello Coletta and Le Mans 24 Hours winning driver James Calado by McLaren chief Zak Brown. Coletta emphasized the significance of winning the most important edition of Le Mans, fulfilling the long-held dream of Ferrari’s founder, Enzo Ferrari. The Autosport Awards also include various other categories decided by expert panels and fan voting, recognizing individuals and partnerships across the motorsport industry. For a complete list of winners, visit autosport.com/awards.
