Historic Hypercar victory for Alpine at Fuji
Alpine delivered a strategic masterclass to capture a landmark Hypercar win at the 6 Hours of Fuji, prevailing in a dramatic race at Fuji International Speedway. The #35 Alpine Endurance Team entry rose above the turmoil to claim the overall victory, a milestone moment for the French marque in the current WEC era.
Hypercar podium and the decisive margins
Behind the winning #35 Alpine, the #93 Peugeot TotalEnergies secured second, with the #6 Porsche Penske completing the overall and Hypercar podium. Strategy calls, pace management and timely execution proved critical across a race that demanded precision and adaptability.
LMGT3 decided by late penalty drama
In LMGT3, the result flipped after the chequered flag. The #21 Vista AF Corse Ferrari crossed the line first but received a five-second time penalty. That swing promoted the #81 TF Sport Corvette to class victory, with the #31 The Bend Team WRT BMW rounding out the podium.
- Hypercar top three: #35 Alpine – winner; #93 Peugeot – P2; #6 Porsche – P3
- LMGT3 top three: #81 TF Sport Corvette – winner; #21 Vista AF Corse Ferrari – P2 (after penalty); #31 The Bend Team WRT BMW – P3
Why this win matters
Alpine’s Fuji triumph underscores the team’s growing maturity in the Hypercar class—balancing speed with racecraft on a circuit known for variable weather and high tyre-management demands. With title battles tightening across classes, Fuji’s outcome adds fresh intrigue to the closing stretch of the World Endurance Championship.
