On 6–8 November the team will seek to convert its recent front-running form into a strong result where the team's last apperance was re-warded by silverware in LMP2 in 2023 with the A470.
The podiums in Austin and Fuji underlined the pace and progress demonstrated throughout the season. Barcelona brought a more frustrating outcome: opening-lap contact compromised the #35, while a late tyre-pressure loss cost the #36 a potential top-five finish. Eighth for the #36 and tenth for the #35 nevertheless secured points for both cars. The team now approaches Monza determined to make the most of the potential shown by its crews and machinery.
Alpine Endurance Team tested at Monza in February 2025, providing a useful reference ahead of its first race at the circuit. That experience and the team's familiarity with the Italian venue will inform preparations, although the car's development and the autumn conditions will require a fresh assessment in practice.
Across 5.793 kilometres, Monza demands both outright speed and precision. Its sweeping straights lead into heavy braking zones and sharp changes of direction through the chicanes. Strong straight-line speed, a finely judged aerodynamic balance and stability under braking will be key to unlocking performance. Managing traffic and executing clean pit stops will be equally important over six hours of racing.
An autumn date adds a fresh dimension to a circuit traditionally visited by the championship in summer. November conditions will make grip assessment and tyre behaviour a particular focus in practice. The crews will use each session to fine-tune their set-ups and build the consistency needed for six demanding hours of racing.
The two-driver crews from Fuji and Barcelona remain unchanged. Ferdinand Habsburg and Charles Milesi will share the #35 Alpine A424, with Jules Gounon and Victor Martins aboard the #36. Together with their engineers and mechanics, they will aim to deliver a composed, competitive performance and fight for the strongest possible result until the chequered flag.
FOLLOW THE ACTION
Qualifying and the race can be followed live on FIAWEC+, the championship's official streaming platform. Territory-specific television coverage is available through the “Where to watch” section of fiawec.com. Fans can also follow Alpine Endurance Team's social media channels for updates throughout the weekend.
Philippe Sinault, Team Principal Alpine Endurance Team
“As you can imagine, this final round at Monza will have a special significance. For our llast “dance in blue”, we will all be determined to shine and to make our Alpine A424 shine once again. Building on the level of performance we have demonstrated in recent races, and on our knowledge of Italy's ”Temple of Speed”, we are aiming to finish on a high. This season has revealed and confirmed both the team's and the A424's full potential, so our ambitions will be high as we close this chapter with Alpine. Strong top speed, optimal aerodynamic balance and stability under braking will be the keys to achieving a strong result. “
Timetable (CEST)
Friday 06 November
10:30-12:00: Free Practice 1
14:30-16:00: Free Practice 2
Saturday 07 November
10:30-11:30: Free Practice 3
15:00-15:12: Hypercar Qualifying
15:20-15:30: Hypercar Hyperpole
Sunday 08 November
11:00-17:00: 6 Hours of Monza
