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Alpine secures fourth at 2026 Imola WEC opener, showing pace, strategy and clear progress ahead of Spa and Le Mans.
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Fourth place and forward momentum: Alpine builds confidence in 2026 with strong WEC opener in Imola

Karishma Persad06 mins

Alpine began its 2026 FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) campaign with renewed confidence and tangible progress at Autodromo Internazionale Enzo e Dino Ferrari. After completing more than 1,850 kilometres during pre-event testing, the team arrived well-prepared and immediately demonstrated its pace. That preparation translated into performance, as Charles Milesi placed the #35 Alpine A424 at…

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Toyota beats Ferrari at 2026 WEC 6 Hours of Imola after strategic duel as late LMGT3 drama hands WRT BMW a narrow class victory.
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2026 | WEC | 6 Hours of Imola | Race | Ferrari falls short as Toyota secures landmark victory

Karishma Persad04 mins

Toyota opened its 2026 FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) campaign with a commanding victory in the race at Imola. The No. 8 crew of Brendon Hartley, Ryō Hirakawa and Sébastien Buemi combined precision and strategy to defeat Ferrari on home soil. At first, Ferrari controlled the race. Antonio Giovinazzi converted pole into an early lead,…

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FIA and ACO announce that Balance of Performance (BoP) data will no longer be made public in WEC starting in 2026, aiming to reduce speculation.
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WEC to keep BoP data confidential for 2026

Karishma Persad07 mins

As reported by Motorsport.com, starting in 2026, the FIA and ACO will no longer publish the Balance of Performance (BoP) tables for the World Endurance Championship (WEC) and the 24 Hours of Le Mans. This decision was revealed during a media briefing at Imola, ahead of the season-opening 6 Hours of Imola. The change is…

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Complete guide to 2026 FIA WEC: classes, teams, race format, points, tyres and calendar, and the 24 Hours of Le Mans.
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Everything you need to know about the 2026 FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC)

Karishma Persad018 mins

The FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) represents the pinnacle of long-distance circuit racing. Established in 2012 by the FIA and the Automobile Club de l’Ouest (ACO), the series combines cutting-edge technology, world-class drivers and demanding races that last anywhere from six hours to a full 24-hour marathon. Crucially, WEC continues to grow in popularity thanks…

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Ferrari leads both sessions at Imola WEC Prologue as rivals close gap, setting up a fiercely competitive 2026 season opener.
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2026 | WEC | Prologue | Ferrari dominares early running ahead of Imola season opener

Karishma Persad04 mins

Ferrari laid down an early marker ahead of the 2026 FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) season opener at Imola, leading both sessions of the Prologue. However, while the Italian marque dominated the morning, the competition responded strongly in the afternoon, tightening the battle at the front of the Hypercar field. 2026 WEC Prologue: Imola: Morning…

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FIA WEC 2026 season begins at Imola, with Ferrari, Toyota and Porsche set for intense Hypercar battle.
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Imola awaits as FIA WEC 2026 season roars into life

Karishma Persad04 mins

The 2026 FIA World Endurance Championship begins at the legendary Autodromo Internazionale Enzo e Dino Ferrari, a circuit steeped in history and renowned for its demanding, old-school character. Built in 1953, the track has long been associated with endurance racing and now hosts the European curtain-raiser for the championship. Its 4.909km anti-clockwise layout presents a…

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Kevin Estre makes his return to LMP2 for the 2026 24 Hours of Le Mans with TDS Racing, marking his first outing in the class since 2015.
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Kevin Estre returns to LMP2 with TDS Racing for 2026 24 Hours of Le Mans

Karishma Persad03 mins

As reported by Sportscar365, Porsche factory driver Kevin Estre is set to make his return to LMP2 competition after more than a decade away. Estre has been confirmed as part of the TDS Racing lineup for this year’s 24 Hours of Le Mans, where he will race the team’s Oreca 07 Gibson alongside Mathias Beche…

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Genesis Magma Racing prepares for its 2026 FIA WEC debut at Imola, focusing on reliability, learning and steady progress in Hypercar class.
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Genesis Magma Racing targets learning curve in 2026 WEC Hypercar campaign

Karishma Persad07 mins

The 2026 FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) season represents a defining milestone for Genesis Magma Racing, as the marque officially steps into top-level endurance racing for the very first time. This ambitious Hypercar programme signals not only a technical challenge, but also a clear statement of intent from Hyundai’s premium division to compete against the…

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Alessio Rovera targets WEC LMGT3 title success in 2026, aiming for early wins with Ferrari and the new 296 LMGT3 Evo.
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Rovera targets WEC LMGT3 glory with Ferrari in 2026

Karishma Persad03 mins

Reigning Goodyear Wingfoot Award recipient Alessio Rovera has outlined a clear objective ahead of the 2026 FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) season: victory. After finishing third and second in successive FIA WEC LMGT3 campaigns, the Italian now aims to go one step further. As the new season approaches, Rovera leaves no doubt about his intentions…

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