Austin 01 September 2024

The 499P number 51 will start from pole position at the Lone Star Le Mans on Sunday 1 September, thanks to Antonio Giovinazzi’s performance. AF Corse’s number 83, qualified by Robert Kubica, will complete the all-Ferrari front row. The other official Hypercar, the number 50, driven by Antonio Fuoco in qualifying, will start fifth in the six-hour race. Here are the comments following the Hyperpole.

Antonio Giovinazzi, 499P #51: “We’ve finally secured a first pole position for the 499P number 51, after the one that slipped away at Spa in 2023, leaving us with some regrets. We have been strong and determined all weekend, starting from Free Practice 1, and it was crucial to maintain that in today’s Hyperpole. A big thanks to the entire team and my teammates. We have a challenging six-hour race ahead of us, but we are confident and aim to be in the running for an excellent result”.

Antonio Fuoco, 499P #50: “The Hyperpole was more challenging than qualifying, but the chemistry with the 499P has been very strong so far here at COTA, and I am confident. Now, our focus shifts to the race and doing our best. The 6 Hours will be long, and conditions can vary significantly throughout the race, so we must avoid making mistakes.”