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Robert Kubica Triumphs at Le Mans as Ferrari Claims Third Consecutive Title

His victory alongside Phil Hanson and Yifei Ye underscores a remarkable comeback from a devastating 2011 rally crash

The 24 Hours of Le Mans - Circuit de la Sarthe, Le Mans, France - June 15, 2025 AF Corse's Robert Kubica, Yifei Ye and Philip Hanson celebrate with their medals and trophy on the podium after winning the 24 Hours of Le Mans along with team principal Amato Ferrari REUTERS/Stephane Mahe/File Photo
The 24 Hours of Le Mans - Circuit de la Sarthe, Le Mans, France - June 15, 2025 AF Corse's Robert Kubica, Yifei Ye and Philip Hanson cross the line to win the 24 Hours of Le Mans REUTERS/Stephane Mahe/File Photo
Race winners, the #83 AF Corse Ferrari 499P of Robert Kubica (driving), Yifei Ye, and Philip Hanson celebrate as they enter parc ferme at the end of the Le Mans 24 Hour Race on June 15, 2025 in Le Mans, France.
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Overview

  • Kubica won the 24 Hours of Le Mans in the #83 AF Corse Ferrari 499P, sharing the car with Phil Hanson and Yifei Ye.
  • Ferrari recorded its first trio of consecutive overall victories at Le Mans since the 1960s thanks to the 499P’s performance.
  • At age 40, Kubica became the second driver of the 21st century to win both a Formula One Grand Prix and the Le Mans 24 Hours.
  • Fernando Alonso lauded Kubica as a "legend of our sport", reflecting the warm reception his win received across the Formula 1 paddock.
  • Kubica’s victory culminates a long road back from his 2011 rally crash, which left him with a severely injured right forearm.