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Friday favourite: The Ferrari partners that conquered GT racing
Since 2017, Gianmaria Bruni has been loyal to Porsche, but he fondly reminisces about his initial sportscar days at Ferrari while picking a favorite team-mate from that era. Sharing a car with Toni Vilander for four years, the duo achieved significant success both on and off the track, securing two titles and Le Mans victories together. Their partnership was a harmonious blend of competitiveness and camaraderie, where they grew as drivers and friends. Despite facing challenges such as mechanical failures interfering with potential victories, the bond between Bruni and Vilander remained strong. Bruni considers Vilander as a rare gem in his career, a fast driver and exceptional team-mate who stood by him through thick and thin. Their journey together started in the FIA GT championship in 2008, where they immediately found success and continued to excel in the following seasons, creating a lasting legacy in sportscar racing.
