In Le Mans, France, Toyota achieved a significant victory in the 24-hour endurance race, marking its sixth overall win in this prestigious event. The race took place over the weekend, with the Toyota team, consisting of drivers Mike Conway, Kamui Kobayashi, and Nyck de Vries, initially struggling in fourth place. However, a strategic advantage was gained when a safety car was deployed six hours before the finish, allowing Kobayashi to take the lead after the restart. This win ended Ferrari's three-year winning streak at Le Mans, as the Italian team finished fifth, their lowest result since returning to the World Endurance Championship in 2023. The competition was fierce, with BMW and Cadillac also in contention, but ultimately, Toyota's performance proved superior, securing their first victory since 2022. The No. 7 Toyota finished with an 11-second margin over the second-place BMW team, which was seeking its first win since 1999. The race showcased the close competition among the top teams, with Toyota's in-house Hypercar design outlasting the LMDh designs of BMW and Cadillac. The victory is a proud moment for Toyota, as team principal Kobayashi expressed gratitude for the win amidst the challenges faced during the race.