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James Calado has commenced his 10th year with the Ferrari manufacturer with his first ever victory at the 24 Hours
Calado reflected on his 10-year journey with Ferrari and expressed the indescribable feeling of winning in a Ferrari car. He acknowledged the constant pressure and expectation to win as a Ferrari driver, but also emphasized the team’s continuous focus on improvement. Calado expressed his gratitude for being part of the Ferrari family and his intention to renew his contract. In the race, Daniel Serra secured pole position in the GTD Pro category. The #62 Ferrari faced challenges, but ultimately, the issues faced by Paul Miller Racing allowed them to contend for the win. As the reigning 24 Hours of Le Mans winner, this victory marked Calado’s first win at Daytona after participating in the race eight times. Alongside his previous GTLM Petit Le Mans triumphs, this win adds to his list of achievements in IMSA.
