Ferrari crowned world champions in the 2025 FIA World Endurance Championship after a stunning performance at the 8 Hours of Bahrain. The Maranello marque claimed both the Manufacturers’ and Drivers’ titles, marking its first overall world endurance triumph in 53 years.
Historic Victory in Bahrain
The season finale at Bahrain delivered a defining moment for Ferrari and its AF Corse team. The No. 51 499P of Alessandro Pier Guidi, James Calado, and Antonio Giovinazzi finished fourth, securing enough points to seal both world crowns. Their teammates Antonio Fuoco, Miguel Molina, and Nicklas Nielsen in the No. 50 car added to the success with a third-place finish, reinforcing Ferrari’s dominance.
A Championship Season to Remember
Across 2025, Ferrari’s endurance program demonstrated consistency and strength. The 499P achieved victories in Qatar, Imola, and Spa, complemented by multiple podium finishes. From pole positions to strategic mastery, Ferrari’s return to the top class continued its legacy of precision and performance.
The Power of the 499P
At the heart of Ferrari’s success lies the 499P Hypercar. Powered by a hybrid-assisted 3.0-liter V6 twin-turbo engine, it combines advanced aerodynamics with relentless pace. The synergy between innovation and endurance reliability gave Ferrari a vital edge over rival manufacturers across the demanding FIA WEC calendar.
Legacy of a Champion
The 2025 titles represent Ferrari’s ninth overall world endurance crown and its first since 1972, when the legendary 312 P ruled the championship. Counting class and overall victories, this success raises Ferrari’s total endurance titles to 24. It also marks the first overall Drivers’ Championship for the team in the modern FIA WEC era.
Three Years to the Top
Ferrari’s endurance comeback began in 2022, when the decision was made to rejoin the top category. Just three years later, the effort paid off. The 499P not only conquered Le Mans three consecutive times but now has brought both world titles home, confirming the strength and vision of the AF Corse program.
Team and Drivers Celebrate the Dream
Ferrari Chairman John Elkann hailed the result as the culmination of a dream that began with the brand’s return to endurance’s highest level. Drivers Pier Guidi, Calado, and Giovinazzi expressed pride in achieving a goal that required relentless commitment and unity. The No. 50 crew also celebrated their season-long consistency, with Nielsen calling the result “a dream come true.”
Results That Define the Season
Ferrari concluded the championship with 245 points in the Manufacturers’ standings. Pier Guidi, Calado, and Giovinazzi topped the Drivers’ table with 133 points, followed by Ye, Kubica, and Hanson of the AF Corse privateer team on 117. Fuoco, Molina, and Nielsen completed the top three with 98 points, ensuring a full Ferrari sweep of the standings.
Engineering and Passion Behind the Success
Antonello Coletta, Ferrari’s Global Head of Endurance, praised the 499P project for achieving extraordinary results, including three consecutive Le Mans wins. Ferdinando Cannizzo, Head of Endurance Race Cars, highlighted the team’s tireless work and belief in the car’s potential. Their combined leadership turned the 499P into a symbol of technological excellence and teamwork.
Summary
With the 2025 FIA WEC season now complete, Ferrari stands once again as the world endurance benchmark. The Manufacturers’ and Drivers’ titles underline the success of a vision built on heritage, innovation, and unity. Fifty-three years after its last world crown, Ferrari has reclaimed the throne, proving that endurance glory still runs deep in the Prancing Horse’s DNA.
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