•    Alpine wins the 100th race in the history of the FIA World Endurance Championship.
•    Starting ninth on the grid, Ferdinand Habsburg, Paul-Loup Chatin and Charles Milesi overcame two penalties to secure the A424's first victory.
•    Also displaying a strong pace, Frédéric Makowiecki, Jules Gounon and Mick Schumacher were less fortunate in finishing fourteenth.
•    Following this historic triumph at the foot of Mount Fuji, Alpine Endurance Team will conclude its season at the Bahrain International Circuit (6-8 November). 

Ferdinand Habsburg:
"It's hard to find the words. This victory comes a year after losing a superb result in the final sprint. It shows how much we have learned and how we have bounced back together. To win with Charles and Paul-Loup, who are not only two great drivers but also two friends, is simply incredible. I owe them a great deal because they have always supported me, even during the most difficult times. I would also like to thank Philippe, Bruno, and Nicolas for their faith in us, as well as the entire Alpine team for making this possible. I had been envisioning our first victory for a long time, and achieving it today is a dream come true."

Philippe Sinault, Team Principal Alpine Endurance Team:
"It's a fantastic day, and we're immensely proud to celebrate the Alpine A424's first victory. We knew we had a good car over the course of a stint, even if we still need to improve on pure single-lap performance. The race was chaotic from the start, and we had to stay focused, seize opportunities, and that's what we did with two decisive strategic choices. It was a well-thought-out decision, and our drivers managed it perfectly to make it happen. After three difficult races, this result proves that we never stopped working in an extremely competitive championship. The entire team is being rewarded today, as is the No. 35 car, which has experienced a lot of bad luck. The No. 36 car deserved better and also showed its potential. It's a wonderful achievement, and I want to congratulate every member of the team sincerely."