Ferrari disqualified after FIA discover flexi wing breach

Ferrari Disqualified from Le Mans After FIA Discovers Flexi-Wing Breach

Ferrari’s #50 Hypercar has been disqualified from the 2025 24 Hours of Le Mans after FIA officials uncovered a technical infringement involving the car’s rear wing, in what has become one of the biggest post-race controversies in recent World Endurance Championship (WEC) history

The car, driven by Antonio Fuoco, Miguel Molina, and Nicklas Nielsen, had originally finished fourth overall in the grueling endurance classic. However, following post-race scrutineering, it was revealed that four bolts securing the rear wing were missing, allowing the component to flex beyond the regulatory limit of 15mm, reaching 52mm under stress a clear violation of Article 3.8.7 of the technical regulations.

The stewards ruled that the breach, although possibly unintentional, presented both a performance and safety concern, with data showing the car hit its highest top speed on lap 380, suggesting a potential aerodynamic gain from reduced drag due to the wing’s excessive movement.

Ferrari Reacts

In a statement, Ferrari said it was “surprised and disappointed” by the decision but would not appeal. The team claimed the issue arose late in the race due to component failure, not deliberate modification. “Telemetry data showed no performance advantage, and the structural integrity of the car was never compromised,” Ferrari added.

Despite the disqualification, Ferrari retains its lead in both the Manufacturers’ and Drivers’ Championships, thanks to the performance of its other entries including the #51 car, which finished on the podium.

Championship Implications

The exclusion deals a blow to the #50 crew’s title hopes, as they now fall 48 points behind their sister car in the standings. Meanwhile, Cadillac’s #12 Hypercar moves up to fourth place, with several competitors gaining valuable championship points.

What’s Next?

The World Endurance Championship resumes in July in Brazil, where Ferrari will look to regroup and continue its strong campaign. Though the team avoided a full-blown scandal by accepting the decision, the incident has renewed calls for stricter oversight of component integrity in the high-stakes world of prototype racing.