GREAT CROWD SUCCESS AT THE 6 HOURS OF MONZA: OVER 75,000 SPECTATORS OVER THE WEEKEND
The 6 Hours of Monza, the final round of the FIA World Endurance Championship (FIA WEC), was a major public success, attracting 75,181 spectators to the Autodromo Nazionale Monza over the weekend.
Adding to the excitement of the day was the traditional track invasion, with huge numbers of fans making their way onto the circuit after the race to watch the podium ceremony up close, as night had already fallen over the Autodromo.
On the sporting front, victory after 191 laps went to the #38 Cadillac V-Series.R, driven by the Bamber-Bourdais-Aitken line-up. They were followed by the #36 Alpine A424 of Gounon and Martins, and the #51 Ferrari 499P of Pier Guidi, Calado and Giovinazzi. The other two Ferrari Hypercars finished seventh and eighth, driven respectively by Fuoco, who had secured pole position, Molina and Nielsen, and by Kubica, Ye and Hanson.
The 2026 Drivers' Championship title went to Sébastien Buemi, Brendon Hartley and Ryo Hirakawa, driving the #8 Toyota TR010 Hybrid.
In the LMGT3 category, victory at Monza went to the #92 Porsche 911 GT3 R LMGT3, driven by Shahin, Pera and Lietz. The Drivers' Championship title, meanwhile, was claimed by Jonny Edgar, who shared the #33 Corvette Z06 LMGT3.R with Keating and Catsburg. The same line-up also secured the World Championship title for the TF Sport team.
The podium celebrations were led by Geronimo La Russa, President of the Automobile Club d'Italia, who presented the awards to the drivers and said:
"Monza once again confirms its extraordinary ability to host world-class events, attract spectators and generate excitement. Today's World Endurance Championship race is further proof of this, with more than 75,000 people turning out to experience an exceptional event marking the end of the WEC season, which also began in Italy, at Imola. The Temple of Speed is one of the jewels in the crown of Italian motorsport, which is enjoying an incredible moment this year, also thanks to the outstanding work of the ACI Federation, which is bringing Italy back to the very highest levels of international competition."
Race day was preceded by a special show featuring the 35 cars taking part in the competition, lined up in a staggered formation to give spectators a unique opportunity to admire the Hypercars and GT3 cars up close.
There were also several solemn and particularly moving moments. Spectators watched a parachute jump by the Carabinieri Paratroopers of the Tuscania Regiment, followed by the participation of members of the Monza Alpine Association, who held the Italian flag, the FIA-ACO flag and the WEC flag during the performance of the Italian national anthem. The anthem was performed by Marta Bonato, whose rendition was met with a long and enthusiastic round of applause from the fans.
The Fan Zone also attracted large crowds, serving as a key meeting point for spectators before, during and after the race. Music and entertainment brought the area to life thanks to DJs Marco Regaz & Fede Cerve and DJ Sibe. Visitors were able to enjoy a wide range of activities, including a dedicated children's area, food and beverage outlets, simulators, test drives with Genesis and official WEC merchandise stores.
Particular attention was also devoted to the event's social impact and its relationship with the local community through the WEC's "Give Back to the Community" programme. As part of this initiative, the 6 Hours of Monza welcomed a group of guests from La Meridiana, a Monza-based organisation that has been supporting the most vulnerable members of society, including elderly people and those living with dementia or complex disabilities, for more than 40 years.
The visits, organised in small groups on Friday, Saturday and Sunday, involved the guests alongside the care professionals who support them in their daily lives, giving them the opportunity to experience the World Endurance Championship at close quarters.
MONZA TURNS RED: FUOCO SECURES POLE POSITION FOR FERRARI. THOUSANDS OF FANS ENJOY THE PIT WALK
The Autodromo Nazionale Monza turns Ferrari red as the AF Corse Ferrari 499P #50 takes pole position for the 6 Hours of Monza, the final round of the 2026 FIA World Endurance Championship. Setting the fastest time on a track that was still partly damp, Antonio Fuoco clocked an outstanding 1:33.364.
The Genesis #19 of Mathieu Jaminet will also start from the front row, while the second row will feature the Cadillac #38 of Earl Bamber and the Ferrari #51 of Antonio Giovinazzi. Robert Kubica’s Ferrari #83 will start eighth. The Peugeot #94 and Alpine #36 will line up on the third row. The two Toyotas, whose crews are fighting for the championship, will start from 15th position – the #8 of Buemi, Hartley and Hirakawa – and 16th – the #7 of Conway, Kobayashi and De Vries.
“Everything went well; we’ll be starting from the best possible position,” commented Fuoco. Miguel Molina highlighted the importance of support from the Italian fans, while Nicklas Nielsen reiterated the goal of securing second place in the Manufacturers’ Championship, still contested by Ferrari and BMW following Toyota’s early title victory.
In LMGT3, pole position went to the #78 Lexus Akkodis ASP Team, driven by Hadrien David, who posted a time of 1:47.523. The Frenchman benefited from a track-limits penalty handed to Eduardo Barrichello’s Aston Martin #23, which had set the fastest lap. Second place went to the TF Sport Corvette #33, just 14 thousandths of a second behind.
Thousands of fans took advantage of the pit walk and the Meet & Greet in the Fan Zone.
Tomorrow, the 6 Hours of Monza will get underway at 11:00 am. Spectacular entertainment and activities for fans will accompany the event before and during the race. On the starting grid, the Italian national anthem will be performed by Marta Bonato, while members of the Alpine Association’s Civil Protection Unit and representatives of the 30 groups belonging to the A.N.A. Monza and Brianza Section will carry the flags of Italy, FIA-ACO and the WEC.
The Fan Zone, featuring DJ sets by Marco Regaz & Fede Cerve and DJ Sibe, will offer fans a wide range of activities and attractions, including a dedicated children's area, food and beverage outlets, simulators, Genesis test drives and official WEC merchandise shops.
Tickets are still available for those wishing to experience the race live, granting access to all grandstands.
(source: press release FIA-WEC)
FIA WEC GETS UNDERWAY IN THE RAIN AT MONZA: KUBICA’S FERRARI SETS THE PACE
The FIA World Endurance Championship weekend at Autodromo Nazionale Monza got underway in the rain, as the circuit hosts the final and decisive round of the 2026 season.
The first free practice session, which started at 10:30, took place entirely in wet conditions. Charles Milesi set the fastest time in the Alpine A424 #35, clocking a 1:45.862, ahead of Ye Yifei in the Ferrari 499P #83, just over four tenths of a second behind. The Ferrari was also among the busiest cars on track, completing 39 laps.
In LMGT3, the fastest was the Garage 59 McLaren #10, with a time of 1:57.575, ahead of the Ford Proton Competition #88 and the Corvette #33, currently leading the championship standings.
In the afternoon, at 14:30, the cars returned to the track after the rain had stopped, with the asphalt gradually drying out. These conditions allowed lap times to improve rapidly, setting the stage for an exciting finale in the Hypercar class.
Robert Kubica stole the spotlight in the Ferrari #83. After breaking through the 1:40 barrier, the Polish driver delivered an outstanding 1:38.143 right at the end of the session, securing the fastest time of the day. Harry Tincknell took second place in the Aston Martin #007 with a 1:38.939, followed by Raffaele Marciello in the BMW #15, with a 1:39.759.
In LMGT3, Ford Proton Competition secured a one-two finish in the closing stages, with Sebastian Priaulx in the #77 ahead of Logan Sargeant in the #88. Maxime Martin finished third in the Mercedes-AMG #61.
Tomorrow, Saturday, the third and final free practice session will take place from 10:30 to 11:30. Qualifying will follow in the afternoon, starting at 14:20, followed by the Hyperpole, reserved for the top ten cars in each category. On-track activities will conclude at 15:30.
Between the two practice sessions, from 13:10 to 13:40, a pit lane autograph session is scheduled.
Away from the track, the Fanzone will be brought to life by DJs Marco Regaz & Fede Cerve and DJ Sibe. Visitors will also be able to enjoy a dedicated kids’ area, food and beverage outlets, simulators, test drives with Genesis, and the official WEC merchandise shops.
From 12:00 to 13:00, fans will have the opportunity to attend a Meet & Greet featuring Riccardo Pera, Giammarco Levorato, Mattia Drudi, Johannes Zelger, Alessandro Pier Guidi, Francesco Castellacci and Davide Rigon.
Tickets granting unrestricted access to all grandstands are also still available
On Sunday, the race will get underway at 11:00.
(Source: FIA WEC press release)
THE 6 HOURS OF MONZA KICKS OFF WITH A GREEN INITIATIVE: WEC PLANTS 35 NEW OAK TREES IN MONZA
Tomorrow, with the first two free practice sessions, the 6 Hours of Monza will get underway, marking the final round of the 2026 FIA WEC season. Today, meanwhile, saw the first official event take place: 35 new oak trees were planted along the historic Viale Mirabello, outside the Ascari Chicane, as part of a joint initiative between the FIA WEC and the Autodromo Nazionale Monza.
The woodland surrounding the famous circuit suffered extensive damage as a result of the violent storms that struck three years ago, uprooting thousands of trees and profoundly altering the landscape and ecosystem of Monza Park.
Since then, an ambitious project has been launched to restore the woodland and expand its green heritage, while also raising public awareness of the growing impact of climate change.
The planting ceremony, held today, was attended by Autodromo Nazionale Monza President Giuseppe Redaelli, Monza City Council's Councillor for Parks Arianna Bettin, General Manager of Autodromo Nazionale Monza, Alfredo Scala, FIA WEC CEO Frédéric Lequien, and Automobile Club de l'Ouest President Pierre Fillon, alongside Team Peugeot TotalEnergies drivers Théo Pourchaire and Nick Cassidy. As well as Iron Lynx Mercedes-AMG ace, Lin Hodenius.
In total, 35 new trees will take root within the park as part of a wider reforestation programme. This symbolic number represents the total number of cars currently competing in the championship's Hypercar and LMGT3 categories. The initiative also reinforces the strong connection between innovation in motorsport, environmental protection and the local area that is home to one of the world's most iconic motor racing circuits.
Giuseppe Redaelli, President of Autodromo Nazionale Monza, said:
“The planting of these 35 new oak trees is a tangible expression of our mission, which combines the promotion of motorsport with an ongoing commitment to environmental education and the protection of our local area. It is also a testament to our shared responsibility to demonstrate how motorsport can actively contribute to building a more sustainable future.
“Following the violent storms of 2023, our commitment is to continue ensuring a positive balance between the sporting and technological development of the circuit and the preservation, restoration and expansion of the green spaces and tree heritage of Monza Park and the city of Monza.”
Frédéric Lequien, CEO of the FIA World Endurance Championship, said:
“Sustainability is a fundamental part of the FIA WEC, and at every circuit we visit, we are committed to working with the venue and local organisations to leave a positive and meaningful legacy that will last well beyond race weekend.
“We are delighted to have worked so closely with Autodromo Nazionale Monza on this tree-planting project, and we look forward to seeing Monza Park flourish once again.”
Pierre Fillon, President of the Automobile Club de l'Ouest, said:
“At the ACO, we place sustainability at the heart of our strategy for the future of the sport, and we are constantly looking for new ways to build a bridge between motor racing and environmental protection.
“Monza Park provides the backdrop to the iconic circuit, and it is a privilege for us to have been able to contribute, even in a small way, to this reforestation initiative. I am certain that it will continue to take root and grow in the years to come.”
WEC HEATS UP IN MONZA: FERRARI WELCOMED BY HUGE CROWDS AT MILAN CENTRAL STATION, WHILE FERDINAND HABSBURG VISITS HIS ANCESTRAL ROYAL VILLA
The Monza 6 Hours, the final round of the FIA WEC, is gathering momentum with two special events that today took some of the championship’s leading figures beyond the circuit, bringing Milan and Monza together in the build-up to race weekend.
The morning’s main attractions at Milan Central Station were Antonio Giovinazzi and Antonio Fuoco, drivers of Ferrari AF Corse’s #51 and #50 entries respectively. They were welcomed beneath the Galleria delle Carrozze, where the Ferrari 499P #51 has been on display for the past four days, by a large crowd of fans, many dressed in red, all hoping to get a photograph, an autograph or simply shake hands with the drivers.
Both drivers highlighted the excitement of racing at Monza in front of their home crowd. “It’s a special race for Ferrari and for Italian drivers. We want to bring home the victory on Sunday, and we’ll give it our best shot,” said Giovinazzi, stressing that the support of the fans provides extra motivation. Fuoco also reiterated his pride in competing at the Brianza circuit, with the aim of fighting for victory and securing third place in the Drivers’ Championship and second in the Manufacturers’ standings.
In the afternoon, the spotlight shifted to Monza’s Royal Villa, which welcomed Ferdinand Habsburg, driver of the #35 Alpine A424 and a descendant of the Austrian imperial family. A great-grandson of Charles I, the last Emperor of Austria, Habsburg visited the Royal Villa for the first time, accompanied by a guide and following an invitation from Managing Director Bartolomeo Corsini.
t was a particularly meaningful visit for the driver, who was able to combine two of his greatest passions: racing and history. Habsburg also expressed his enthusiasm for returning to Monza, describing the Brianza circuit as one of his favourite tracks in the world.
“I’ve been to Monza to race several times, even when I was very young, and I knew about the Villa because it is very famous. Empress Maria Theresa (whose son Ferdinand commissioned the Villa in 1770) is one of our most famous and beloved ancestors, renowned for her leadership, and there is a great deal of her history within these walls. But I must admit that I had never actually been inside before today.”
The special off-track events will continue on Thursday, 5 November, after 3 p.m., at Bosco delle Noci, in the area outside the Ascari chicane. Around thirty trees will be planted as part of the reforestation project launched following the storm of July 2023. Drivers, FIA WEC representatives and senior officials from the Autodromo will take part in the initiative.
The Monza 6 Hours, the final round of the 2026 FIA World Endurance Championship, will take place from 6 to 8 November at the Autodromo Nazionale Monza. It will be a decisive event in the battle for the Hypercar and LMGT3 titles, with the race scheduled to start at 11 a.m. on Sunday.
(source: press release FIA WEC)
THE AUTODROMO TURNS PINK: THE GIRO D’ITALIA RETURNS TO MONZA IN 2027
The Giro d’Italia is returning to the Temple of Speed. On Sunday, 23 May 2027, the Autodromo Nazionale Monza will host the start of Stage 15 of the 110th edition of the Corsa Rosa: a 37.3-kilometre individual time trial finishing in Milan.
The announcement was made today, Tuesday, 3 November, in Rome, during the official presentation of the 2027 Giro d’Italia route.
This is a prestigious occasion for the Autodromo Nazionale Monza, which is preparing to welcome the leading figures of international cycling for what could prove to be one of the decisive stages in the overall standings. A race against the clock in which every second could make the difference in the battle for the Maglia Rosa.
The Giro returns to Monza ten years after its last visit. It was on 28 May 2017, during the centenary edition of the Corsa Rosa, that the Autodromo hosted the start of the final individual time trial, which also finished in the Lombardy capital.
This return renews the bond between two great icons of Italian sporting history: the Giro d’Italia, a symbol of the nation's passion for cycling, and the Autodromo Nazionale Monza, a legendary venue in world motorsport.
Geronimo La Russa, President of the Automobile Club d’Italia:
“Taking an active and direct role in one of the most eagerly anticipated stages of the Corsa Rosa is particularly important and meaningful for us. The Giro d’Italia is undoubtedly one of the most iconic and widely celebrated sporting events in our national sporting landscape. I am certain that a great many fans will come to the Monza Autodromo to celebrate this occasion. It will be a Sunday dedicated to sport, with cycling champions parading through the Temple of Speed, in a setting that will make this stage of the Giro truly unique.”
Giuseppe Redaelli, President of the Autodromo Nazionale Monza:
“The Autodromo Nazionale Monza is proud to welcome the Giro d’Italia once again. The Temple of Speed shares an almost eighty-year history with the race. In 1949, Monza hosted the finish of the final stage, which saw Fausto Coppi crowned overall winner. The circuit subsequently hosted the start of a stage in 1985 and, later, on 28 May 2017, the start of Stage 21, the final stage of the centenary edition of the Giro, which was also an individual time trial. Today, we are ready to write a new chapter in this story, renewing the connection between two great symbols of Italian sport.”
FIA WEC 2026: SEASON FINALE IN MONZA WITH 14 MANUFACTURERS AND 11 ITALIAN DRIVERS ON THE GRID
The time is approaching for the engines to roar into life for the final challenge of the 2026 FIA World Endurance Championship. The 6 Hours of Monza, scheduled for 7–8 November, will bring the season to a close, with the remaining Hypercar and LMGT3 titles still to be decided.
Fourteen manufacturers will line up on the grid: Alpine, Aston Martin, BMW, Cadillac, Corvette, Ferrari, Ford, Genesis, Lexus, McLaren, Mercedes, Peugeot, Porsche and Toyota. Italy will be represented by 11 drivers, in a season that has seen the country host both the opening and closing rounds of the World Championship.
In Hypercar, Toyota has already secured the Manufacturers' title, the eighth in its FIA WEC history, following its one-two finish at the 6 Hours of Barcelona. However, the Drivers' title is still up for grabs, with an all-Toyota battle set to decide the championship. The Toyota #8 crew of Brendon Hartley, Sébastien Buemi and Ryo Hirakawa arrives in Monza with a 17-point advantage over their #7 teammates Kamui Kobayashi, Nyck de Vries and Mike Conway.
Ferrari will also be one to watch as it looks to make up its 24-point deficit to BMW in the fight for second place in the Hypercar Manufacturers' standings, in front of its home crowd. Cadillac is also mathematically in contention for the runner-up spot, while Aston Martin, Peugeot and Genesis will be looking to end the season on a high. For Alpine, meanwhile, Monza is expected to mark its final FIA WEC appearance, following the announcement that it will withdraw from the championship at the end of the season.
In the LMGT3 category, the title fight remains wide open. The #33 Corvette Z06 TF Sport leads the standings by 18 points over the #92 Porsche 911 of Porsche The Bend Manthey. The German car is driven by Riccardo Pera, Yasser Shahin and Richard Lietz, who are determined to fight until the very end for the World Championship.
For Tuscan driver Pera, this will be a particularly special event, racing in front of his home crowd and family. "It is a huge joy for me to finish the season in Monza, in Italy, practically at home, in front of my fans and family. We know we will have to give it everything we've got. Our goal is to win and bring home the World Championship title once again," Pera said.
The #34 Corvette of Racing Team Turkey is another potential contender, while the #69 BMW M4 of Team WRT still has an outside mathematical chance, despite being 26 points off the lead. Italian fans will also be keeping a close eye on the #27 Aston Martin of Heart of Racing Team, featuring Mattia Drudi, and the #21 Ferrari Vista AF Corse, whose line-up includes Alessio Rovera.
The LMGT3 Drivers' standings will also be worth watching. Jonny Edgar leads the way on 92 points at the wheel of the #33 Corvette. His teammate Nicky Catsburg can no longer catch him mathematically, while the drivers of the #92 Porsche, #34 Corvette and #69 BMW will be looking to challenge for the top positions.
The weekend schedule begins on Friday, 6 November, with Free Practice 1 from 10:30 to 12:00 and Free Practice 2 from 14:30 to 16:00. On Saturday, 7 November, the cars return to the track for Free Practice 3 from 10:30 to 11:30, followed by qualifying at 14:20. The 6 Hours of Monza will get underway on Sunday, 8 November, at 11:00.
WEC HEATS UP AT MONZA: WORLD ENDURANCE CHAMPION FERRARI 499P ON DISPLAY AT MILAN CENTRAL STATION
The Ferrari 499P arrives in the heart of Milan to bring the world of Endurance racing closer to the general public and build anticipation ahead of the grand finale of the 2026 FIA World Endurance Championship, scheduled to take place at Monza from 6 to 8 November.
From 1 to 7 November, the Maranello-built Hypercar will be on display at Milan Central Station, thanks to a collaboration between FIA WEC, Autodromo Nazionale Monza, Ferrari, Grandi Stazioni Retail and Havas Media Network, which has overseen communications and organised the initiative through Havas Play.
Two stations featuring Le Mans Ultimate simulators, the official FIA WEC video game, will be set up alongside the car, allowing visitors to experience the excitement of Endurance racing first-hand.
On Wednesday 4 November at 12:00 noon, visitors will also have the opportunity to meet 2025 FIA WEC World Champions Antonio Giovinazzi and Antonio Fuoco, Ferrari 499P drivers and winners of the 24 Hours of Le Mans in 2023 and 2024 respectively. The two drivers will take part in a Meet & Greet with the press and fans.
The initiative will be supported by a DOOH campaign beneath the Galleria delle Carrozze, featuring digital screens dedicated to the event and promoting tickets for the Monza race.
The Ferrari 499P, which marked the return of the Maranello-based manufacturer to the top class of the World Championship, has secured three consecutive victories at Le Mans from 2023 to 2025 and eight overall wins in the FIA WEC. In 2025, it also claimed both World Championship titles: Manufacturers' and Drivers'.
he season will conclude with the 6 Hours of Monza, the final round of the championship, taking place from 6 to 8 November at the Autodromo Nazionale Monza. The race, which replaces the event originally scheduled to take place in Bahrain, will be decisive in determining the Hypercar and LMGT3 titles.
Marius Louvet, FIA World Endurance Championship Marketing & Communication Director
“We are thrilled to return to Monza, the legendary ‘Temple of Speed’, for the grand finale of the 2026 season. It is a circuit that has already delivered some incredible WEC races and provides the perfect setting for a high-stakes battle that will decide the championship titles. And what better place than Milano Centrale, one of Europe's busiest railway hubs and a venue that is constantly buzzing with activity, to kick off the final race week of the year? We would like to thank Ferrari, Grandi Stazioni Retail, Autodromo Nazionale Monza and Havas Media Network for their collaboration on this exciting initiative. We look forward to bringing the FIA WEC to an even wider audience, both on and off the track!”
Alfredo Scala, General Manager of Autodromo Nazionale Monza
“We are delighted to see the excitement and heritage of Endurance racing extend beyond the Temple of Speed and reach the heart of Milan. The exhibition of the Ferrari 499P at Milan Central Station represents an important opportunity to build anticipation ahead of the 6 Hours of Monza, an event of great significance for our circuit and the surrounding area. As the final round of the 2026 FIA World Endurance Championship, it will be a special weekend for Monza, and we look forward to welcoming fans and motorsport enthusiasts to the circuit.”
Alessandro Tavallini, Chief Media Officer at Grandi Stazioni Retail
“The strength of initiatives like this lies in their ability to bring together experience and communication. In a high-traffic railway station such as Milano Centrale, the physical presence of the Ferrari 499P and the support of the media installations naturally complement one another, amplifying the impact of the event and audience engagement while offering brands an ecosystem in which engagement, audience reach and the quality of the experience generate mutual value.”
Alessandro Tomaiuolo, Managing Director of Havas Play
“Bringing the Ferrari 499P to Milano Centrale means making the world of the FIA WEC accessible to a broad and diverse audience, transforming a transit hub into a meeting place for motorsport enthusiasts. We have designed an experience that visitors can enjoy first-hand, bringing travellers, motorsport fans and curious onlookers closer to the excitement ahead of the grand finale at Monza. This is the true value of live experiences: creating authentic connections between people and the stories they love.”
LAMBORGHINI WORLD FINALS ATTRACT 35,000 FANS OVER FOUR DAYS
The 13th edition of the Lamborghini World Finals turned into a true crowd-pulling spectacle for the stars of the Sant’Agata Bolognese-based marque. The public embraced the event’s format, with a total of 35,000 fans attending the four-day meeting at the Autodromo Nazionale Monza. The first two days were dedicated to the sixth and final round of the three continental championships: Europe, Asia and North America.
On track, the final day, held in typically autumnal conditions with partly cloudy skies and low temperatures, saw Brendon Leitch and Nicolas Stati (Leipert Motorsport) crowned the last Lamborghini Pro champions of the Huracán era, thanks to a second-place finish and a victory. Bronislav Formanek and Anthony Pretorius, representing Micanek Motorsport powered by Buggyra, triumphed in the Pro-Am class, adding to the success they had already secured in the European series. Andrzej Lewandowski (ASR) claimed his second Am title, following his previous triumph in 2022 at Portimão. American driver Rocky Bolduc (Topp Racing) took victory in the Lamborghini Cup.
LAMBORGHINI WORLD FINALS: MONZA SWARMS WITH MOTORSPORT FANS
The Autodromo Nazionale Monza came alive on Saturday, 24 October, with the opening day of the 2026 Lamborghini World Finals. Thousands of motorsport fans flocked to the Temple of Speed to attend the penultimate day of the event, which brings together competitors from the various Lamborghini Super Trofeo championships, featuring the first World Finals races.
The TR3 Racing American team pairing of Dennis Lind and Elias De La Torre, along with Poland’s Andrzej Lewandowski, claimed overall victories in the two opening races of the 13th edition of the Lamborghini World Finals.
Lind got the weekend off to a flying start by securing pole position in the first of the two Pro qualifying sessions. The Danish driver, who also won the finals for cars from Sant’Agata Bolognese back in 2016, immediately took the lead in the race for the top categories and held it until the pit stops, when he handed over the wheel to De La Torre. His teammate rejoined the track still in the lead and went on to secure victory ahead of the Leipert Motorsport duo of Brendon Leitch and Nicolas Stati, with New Zealander Will Bamber (XO9 Racing) finishing third.
In the same race, the Pro-Am class was won by the newly crowned Lamborghini Super Trofeo Europe champions Bronislav Formanek and Anthony Pretorius. Racing for Micanek Motorsport powered by Buggyra, they crossed the finish line seventh overall.
In the Am race, victory went to Andrzej Lewandowski, who was making his tenth appearance at the Lamborghini World Finals. He won the same class at Portimão in 2022 and claimed the Pro-Am title at Jerez in 2019. The ASR team driver dominated from start to finish, while in the Lamborghini Cup, American Rocky Bolduc of Topp Racing came out on top.
The event reaches its grand finale tomorrow, with the two races scheduled for 11:05 a.m. and 1:20 p.m. Admission is free, with parking the only charge.
The Fanzone is open, featuring food trucks, a relaxation area and activities for children. Music will also take centre stage from noon to 3 p.m., with a DJ set.