Ajith Kumar Racing Team Secures 3rd Place Finish at 24H Dubai 2025
Ajith Kumar secured third place at the 24H Dubai 2025 with teammates Mathieu Detry, Fabian Duffieux, and Cameron McLeod. He also won the 'Spirit of the Race' award.
By Divyam Dubey
Tamil actor Ajith Kumar achieved third place at the 24H Dubai 2025 endurance race, racing under his team Ajith Kumar Racing by Bas Koeten. He competed alongside teammates Mathieu Detry, Fabian Duffieux, and Cameron McLeod in the 24-hour event. Ajith overcame a major challenge during practice when a brake failure caused a collision. Initially, he considered withdrawing from the race but returned to the track driven by his passion for racing. He secured third place in the 991 category and received the “Spirit of the Race” award in the GT4 category for his efforts. Actor R. Madhavan and Ajith's wife Shalini were among those cheering him on as he celebrated with the Indian flag.
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The 24H Dubai, held at the Dubai Autodrome, is a well-known endurance race featuring GT and touring cars competing in a 24-hour format that tests speed and strategy. Ajith’s success highlights his dedication to racing and brings pride to India internationally.
24H Dubai Endurance Race: The Winner
The #777 Team WRT BMW secured victory at the Dubai 24 Hours. The team maintained a strong and consistent performance throughout the event at the Dubai Autodrome, demonstrating its speed and strategy to finish one lap ahead of the second-place Porsche 911.
Dan Harper, along with teammates Darren Leung, Al Faisal Al Zubair, Ben Tuck, and Max Hesse, played a crucial role in the team’s success. Their combined effort allowed them to outpace their competitors, including the Porsche 911 driven by Alex Malykhin, Alexey Nesov, Harry King, and Thomas Preining.
About 24H Dubai Endurance Race
The Dubai Autodrome hosts the 24H Dubai endurance race on its 5.39km circuit. The track includes 16 corners and combines technical sections with high-speed straights, testing driver skill and team strategy. Its layout, featuring elevation changes and tight turns, provides a challenging experience for competitors.
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Located in the desert, the Autodrome adds complexity with fluctuating temperatures and the risk of sand on the track, creating unpredictable race conditions. Despite these challenges, its modern facilities ensure a top-tier experience for both drivers and spectators.
