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Why Aston Martin is right to return to Le Mans
The return of Ferrari to the Le Mans 24 Hours was one of the biggest motorsport stories of 2021, and their victory in the race was a feel-good moment. Now, Aston Martin’s announcement of their comeback should be seen in a similar light. Endurance competition is truly Aston Martin’s home in motorsport, despite their presence in Formula 1.
Aston Martin has a rich history in long-distance racing, with notable successes in smaller-engined classes before overall victories became possible. They have a strong presence at the Circuit de la Sarthe, with one overall win compared to Jaguar’s seven. A key moment in Aston Martin’s history came in 1948, shortly after the company was bought by David Brown, when they won the Spa 24 Hours.
In the 1950s, Aston Martin produced legendary racers like the DBR1, which triumphed at Le Mans in 1959. They were known for producing some of the best-handling sportscars at the time, despite being outmatched by competitors like Ferrari and Jaguar. Overall, endurance racing is where Aston Martin truly shines, and their comeback should be celebrated by sportscar fans.
Source: motorsport
