The ACO reacts to Ferrari's return to the premier class at Le Mans

Pierre Fillon, President of the Automobile Club de l’Ouest: “Today is a great day forEndurance : Ferrari returns to the premier category, to 24 Hours of Le Mans and in the FIA ​​World Championship WEC. The Hypercar field already promises epic battles. Next to Ferrari, many manufacturers have already joined us and will be keen to add their name to the list of winners of the centenary race of the 24 Hours of Le Mans, in 2023. This announcement is excellent news for Endurance, which is relies on an attractive settlement and a future that looks bright. »

Richard Mille, President of the FIA ​​Endurance Commission: “From the start of the project, we took a lot of risks in developing the concept of Le Mans Hypercar, and a lot of effort and perseverance went into defining the regulations so that they reflected the spirit of what we wanted it to be LMH, that is to say accepting the different philosophies in terms of technical approaches, architecture and aesthetics of cars within the same category.

Today we can be satisfied with the results obtained, Ferrari having joined other renowned brands who have already declared their commitment. Ferrari has a long and prestigious track record in racing. The brand most recently won the FIA ​​World Endurance Championship for Manufacturers in the GT category, but it has also achieved several overall victories at the 24 Hours of Le Mans. Although there is still much work to be done, we are already witnessing a historic moment, in a few years time the FIA ​​WEC grid is set to be the most exciting it has ever been. »

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Frederic Lequien, Managing Director of the FIA ​​World Endurance Championship (WEC): “The announcement of Ferrari’s arrival in the Hypercar category is excellent news. By joining no less than five world manufacturers, Ferrari strengthens a field heralding an unforgettable period for endurance racing. We are delighted that our new regulations are attracting so many prestigious brands. Racing is in Ferrari's genes, and I have no doubt that this Hypercar will be extremely competitive on the track. We are honored to welcome Ferrari back to the premier class. »

Jean Todt, President of the FIA: “The announcement of Ferrari’s entry into the FIA ​​World Endurance Championship with a Hypercar from 2023 is excellent news for the FIA, the ACO and motorsport as a whole. I believe in the concept of road-going Hypercars adapted to competition in the FIA ​​WEC and the 24 Hours of Le Mans. I can't wait to see this legendary brand take on this ambitious project. »