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The Romain Grosjean-spearheaded Lamborghini programme looked like it was just getting good – and he regrets that it’s had to end now
Last Saturday, the podium slipped away at the very last moment in the IMSA season finale for Romain Grosjean, Daniil Kvyat, and Edoardo Mortara. However, Lamborghini’s SC63 achieved its best-ever result, finishing in fourth place.
Speaking to The Race afterward, Grosjean reflected on the season finale and the project’s evaluation in both IMSA and Le Mans 24 Hours. Even though the SC63 may not race at the top level again, Grosjean emphasized that his endurance racing journey is far from over.
In the 28th Petit Le Mans at Road Atlanta, the Lamborghini was in second place with eight laps left, but luck wasn’t on their side. Grosjean mentioned the missed opportunity for the podium due to the absence of a needed yellow flag.
Despite facing setbacks like a collision with an LMP2 car and a restart system issue during pitstops, Grosjean praised the team’s effort and the car’s performance, expressing pride in finishing fourth. The programme had challenges, primarily stemming from a crash during testing in August 2023, causing delays and weight issues.
The Evo Joker update introduced in September helped resolve rear suspension problems, enhancing the car’s performance. Grosjean acknowledged the progress but noted that the weight issue and other improvements were still needed for the ideal setup.
