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After narrowly missing out on victory last year, Toyota returns to Le Mans determined to reclaim the top step of the podium in its 40th anniversary year at La Sarthe.
Toyota driver Nyck de Vries aims to rectify last year’s close loss to Ferrari at Le Mans 24 Hours by securing a victory this year. In the 93rd edition, de Vries, Jose Maria Lopez, and Kamui Kobayashi finished second, trailing the winning Ferrari by just over 14 seconds. Toyota’s last Le Mans triumph was in 2022, and despite increased competition in the Hypercar class, de Vries remains hopeful for a sixth win. The team’s operational strength and consistent top-five finishes in the World Endurance Championship bode well for their Le Mans prospects. With Toyota celebrating its 40th anniversary at Le Mans since 1985, driver Brendon Hartley expresses confidence in their preparation and readiness to compete for the top spot on the podium.
