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Garage 59 shine on 2026 WEC debut with pole and race lead at Imola before late mechanical failure denies victory in dramatic fashion.

Garage 59 shows front-running pace before late Imola drama derails 2026 WEC opener

Karishma Persad4 days ago4 days ago05 mins

Garage 59 experienced the full emotional spectrum of endurance racing during its debut in the FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) at the 6 Hours of Imola. The British squad arrived with a new challenge—taking over the operation of McLaren’s LMGT3 programme—and immediately demonstrated its potential with a commanding performance. From securing pole position on debut…

Genesis Magma Racing ‘definitely in the mix’ after strong 2026 WEC debut in Imola shows potential

Karishma Persad2 weeks ago2 weeks ago06 mins

Genesis made a striking entrance into the FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) at Imola, exceeding expectations during its 2026 debut weekend. As a newcomer, the team initially set modest goals, focusing simply on reaching the chequered flag with both cars. However, the team quickly demonstrated that it could do far more, showing competitive pace and…

Ferrari analyses 2026 Imola WEC loss to Toyota, highlighting tyre management and acceleration as decisive factors.

Ferrari pinpoints key weakness after Imola battle with Toyota at 2026 WEC opener

Karishma Persad2 weeks ago2 weeks ago07 mins

As reported by Motorsport.com, Ferrari has identified traction and tyre management as the decisive factors behind its defeat to Toyota in the opening round of the 2026 FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) at Imola Circuit. Although Ferrari did not arrive as the outright favourite, it quickly established itself as Toyota’s main challenger in the Hypercar…

Toyota defeats Ferrari at Imola with bold strategy, as WRT secures LMGT3 win in dramatic 2026 WEC season opener.

Toyota triumphs over Ferrari in strategic masterclass at 2026 WEC opener in Imola

Karishma Persad2 weeks ago2 weeks ago04 mins

The six-hour contest at Autodromo Internazionale Enzo e Dino Ferrari in Imola began with immense anticipation, following the closest Qualifying session in FIA World Endurance Championship history. In front of a record crowd of 92,175 fans, the race start carried added prestige as it was officially given by Kimi Antonelli. Ferrari immediately thrilled the passionate…

WRT secure dramatic LMGT3 win at Imola, edging Corvette by 0.265s in one of the closest finishes in WEC history.

WRT clinches dramatic 2026 WEC 6 Hours of Imola LMGT3 victory after close race

Karishma Persad2 weeks ago2 weeks ago03 mins

Team WRT delivered a stunning performance at Imola, as Anthony McIntosh, Parker Thompson and Dan Harper claimed LMGT3 victory in a close finish at the 2026 FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) opener. They crossed the line just 0.265 seconds ahead of the #33 TF Sport Corvette crew, marking the fifth tightest finish the series has…

Antonio Giovinazzi snatches 2026 WEC Imola Hypercar pole for Ferrari in a record-breaking hyperpole, with top four split by 0.073 seconds.

2026 | WEC | 6 Hours of Imola | Qualifying & Hyperpole | Hypercar | Last-lap heroics hand Giovinazzi pole in record Imola shootout

Karishma Persad2 weeks ago2 weeks ago05 mins

Antonio Giovinazzi rose to the occasion in emphatic fashion at Imola, securing Hypercar pole position for Ferrari AF Corse in a dramatic 2026 WEC Qualifying sessions. Unlike his commanding performance at the same venue twelve months ago, this time Giovinazzi had to fight until the very final moments. As the clock ticked down, the Italian…

Tom Fleming secures LMGT3 pole at Imola as Garage 59 impresses on debut in a dramatic 2026 FIA WEC Hyperpole session.

2026 | WEC | 6 Hours of Imola | Qualifying & Hyperpole | LMGT3 | Fleming shines on Imola debut as Garage 59 announces arrival

Karishma Persad2 weeks ago2 weeks ago04 mins

Tom Fleming made an unforgettable impression in his first FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) appearance, kicking off 2026 by storming to LMGT3 pole at Imola. Driving for Garage 59, the 23-year-old Brit dominated the Hyperpole shootout with a commanding lap that left his rivals chasing shadows. From the outset, Fleming controlled the session. He consistently…

Ferrari resets for 2026 WEC season as Cannizzo stresses discipline, detail and adaptation ahead of Imola and Le Mans.

Cannizzo: Ferrari “starts from zero” ahead of 2026 WEC opener in Imola

Karishma Persad2 weeks ago2 weeks ago06 mins

As the 2026 FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) arrives at Autodromo Internazionale Enzo e Dino Ferrari for the 6 Hours of Imola, Head of Ferrari Endurance Race Cars Ferdinando Cannizzo has made Ferrari’s mindset crystal clear. Despite a dominant 2025 campaign, the Italian manufacturer refuses to dwell on past achievements. After all, Ferrari swept the…

Ferrari dominates FP3 at 2026 WEC Imola with fastest lap of the week as Aston Martin leads tight LMGT3 battle before qualifying.

2026 | WEC | 6 Hours of Imola | Free Practice 3 | Ferrari one-two sets the stage ahead of Qualifying

Karishma Persad2 weeks ago2 weeks ago04 mins

The final free practice session ahead of Qualifying for the 2026 WEC 6 Hours of Imola unfolded under clear skies at Imola. As expected, teams wasted no time in extracting maximum performance, and lap times dropped immediately. Crucially, Ferrari delivered a statement performance at just the right moment. Meanwhile, LMGT3 continued to produce a tightly…

Kobe Pauwels stars on 2026 WEC debut at Imola, topping LMGT3 FP2 and impressing with Aston Martin after late call-up.

Pauwels thrilled after “great” start to debut weekend at 2026 WEC 6 Hours of Imola

Karishma Persad2 weeks ago2 weeks ago04 mins

Kobe Pauwels delivered a remarkable performance on his 2026 FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) debut at Imola. The young Belgian stepped into the spotlight with confidence and composure, ultimately topping the LMGT3 timesheets in FP2. Although his appearance came unexpectedly, Pauwels seized the opportunity and immediately proved his potential at the highest level of endurance…