Alessio Rovera will drive the AF Corse #83 for the WEC Rookie Test

On Sunday, November 9th, many will climb into the Hypercars of the manufacturers competing at the end of this 2025 season. WECThe day after the Bahrain 8 Hours, the Rookie Test will showcase several drivers accustomed to the GT3 category, who will be stepping up to the next level for the day. Mattia Drudi, for example, will be participating. Aston Martin For example, Alessio Rovera was chosen by Ferrari in the same way.

A reserve driver for Ferrari – AF Corse alongside his commitment to the LMGT3 category, the Italian notably managed to win his class at the 6 Hours of Spa, just before securing second place in the 24H of Le Mansalongside François Hériau and Simon Mann.

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Ferrari's confidence in Rovera

Having extended his contract with Ferrari last July, Alessio Rovera is now tied to the Maranello-based marque for several years. The 30-year-old Italian was once rumored to be considering driving one of the company's Hypercars, though nothing concrete has materialized so far. Given his role in developing the 499P, he could be rewarded if the Rookie Test reveals exceptional performance this weekend.

“I’m delighted to have the opportunity to rack up the miles behind the wheel of the 499P, for the first time in an official context like the World Championship rookie tests.”Endurance FIA, rejoices the person concernedI am happy to be working with the AF Corse team and I am certain that we will do a good job collecting useful data and information.

Still in contention to win the title in the LMGT3 category and thus overtake the Manthey crew #92, Alessio Rovera could therefore experience a full week of competition at the WEC final.