Ferrari launch new 'unprecedented' sporting project

Ferrari has unveiled its new Hypersail project as it looks to set up an elite research and development platform focused on offshore sailing. The project has drawn on the expertise of Ferrari's racing heritage, which sees it sit as the most successful F1 team of all time as well as having seven 24 Hours of Le Mans wins to its name. Giovanni Soldini is leading the project as team principal, and the design of the vessel has been created by French naval architect Guillaume Verdier. The result is a huge 100-foot flying ocean racing monohull prototype that will stabilise its flight on three points of contact, all while using solar, wind and kinetic energy. No combustion engine is involved, and Ferrari has filed various patents covering its design. Its first sea trials are set to occur in 2026, following its official launch. "Hypersail is a new challenge that pushes us to go beyond our boundaries and expand our technological horizons," said Ferrari Chairman John Elkann. "At the same time, it perfectly aligns with Ferrari's tradition, drawing inspiration from our Hypercar, three-time winner of the 24 Hours of Le Mans.  "Designing a yacht for offshore racing is perhaps the ultimate expression of endurance, Giovanni Soldini is a key pillar of this project, not only because of his achievements as a sailor but also his unmatched experience in yacht development and construction.  "The excellent teamwork between Ferrari and Guillaume Verdier is bringing into existence a unique boat that will fly across the oceans, representing a real opportunity for innovation in both the nautical and automotive worlds."        See the images below!