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The closing stages of the 2024 24 Hours of Le Mans came down to a battle between four manufacturers, and the elements – which were neither kind nor consistent. There was intermittent rain throughou…
In the closing stages of the 2024 24 Hours of Le Mans, a fierce battle unfolded between four manufacturers amidst challenging weather conditions. Ferrari AF Corse emerged victorious, defending their 2023 win against Toyota, Porsche, and Cadillac, securing their 20th class win at Circuit de la Sarthe. The trio of Fuoco, Nielsen, and Molina led the No. 50 Ferrari to their first Le Mans victory despite facing technical issues and rain during their final stint. Toyota’s No. 7 car faced power issues, allowing Ferrari to clinch the win, while Porsche and Toyota claimed third and fourth places, respectively. United Autosports dominated the LMP2 class, with their No. 22 ORECA Gibson securing a comfortable victory over Inter Europol Competition. Siegel, Garg, and Jarvis celebrated their first Le Mans win, highlighting a memorable race for all involved.