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Ferrari Dominates the 93rd 24 Hours of Le Mans, Aiming for Third Consecutive Victory

The iconic endurance race of the 24 Hours of Le Mans is showcasing Ferrari's dominance as they set their sights on clinching a third consecutive win. As the early hours of the race unfolded, the number 51 factory car, driven by Alessandro Pier Guidi, Antonio Giovinazzi, and James Calado, took the lead and maintained a solid advantage, holding about a six-second edge over the number 83 AF Corse entry, which features drivers Robert Kubica, Yifei Yi, and Philip Hanson. Meanwhile, last year’s champions reinforced Ferrari's grip on the race by securing the second and third podium spots with their number 50 car featuring Antonio Fuoco, Nicklas Nielsen, and Miguel Molina.

Despite earlier challenges—including a punctured tire and penalties—the number 51 Ferrari rebounded to reclaim the lead as dawn approached. The competition remained fierce, with Porsche Penske's car having led during a safety car phase but currently placing fourth, while Toyota's entry trailed in fifth. The complexity of endurance racing, where tire degradation and changing track conditions can create dramatic shifts in position, adds to the excitement with six hours left in this lengthy contest.

The race was flagged off by Swiss tennis legend Roger Federer on Saturday, with Porsche quickly taking control from the pole-sitting Cadillac. However, despite having strong qualifying performances, Cadillac struggled with tire issues, as noted by driver Sebastien Bourdais, who was grappling with vehicle balance and durability. Unfortunately, the race also saw a notable retirement within the LMGT3 category when the BMW, piloted by MotoGP star Valentino Rossi, had to withdraw.

The event at Le Mans, hosting 62 cars and representing a diverse field of 186 drivers from 34 countries, remains a pivotal part of the World Endurance Championship, drawing an enormous crowd of over 300,000 spectators. If Ferrari's works team continues their strong performance, they will have the honor of retaining the coveted trophy at their headquarters in Maranello.

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