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Aston Martin has completed its first season with its Valkyrie hypercar. Thibaut Villemant analyses the car’s first season, its progress and what’s needed if the project is to become a true success
In 2025, Aston Martin’s Valkyrie achieved notable success in endurance racing, including a second place finish at Petit Le Mans and respectable placings in the World Endurance Championship like fifth at Fuji and seventh at Bahrain. The team faced challenges such as virtual safety cars affecting their race outcomes. Nevertheless, they showcased their potential by leading a WEC race for the first time in Sakhir and setting competitive lap times. Despite finishing last in the WEC manufacturers’ standings, Aston Martin’s performance needs to be viewed in context as a newcomer facing a tough Balance of Performance framework. Looking ahead, the team is focused on further developing the Valkyrie’s performance to compete with more experienced manufacturers in the hypercar class.
