Alpine Endurance Team is at Monza with a clear ambition: to compete at its best until the chequered flag. The final round of the 2026 FIA World Endurance Championship also provides an opportunity to celebrate a sporting adventure connecting generations of cars, competitors and enthusiasts.
At the heart of this tribute, the Renault Alpine A442B, winner of the 1978 24 Hours of Le Mans, will stand alongside the Alpine A424 for a special message. Two cars from different eras, united by the same pursuit of performance and the same determination to take Alpine to the highest level of competition.
A racing history, spanning generations
Competition has shaped Alpine since Jean Rédélé founded the brand in 1955. From rally stages to endurance circuits, its history has been built through ingenuity, commitment and the ambition to challenge established contenders.
Alpine made its first appearance at the 24 Hours of Le Mans in 1963. Success in the efficiency and performance indices, alongside class victories, laid the foundations for a greater ambition, realized in 1978 when Jean-Pierre Jaussaud and Didier Pironi drove the Renault Alpine A442B to outright victory.
The A442B's presence at Monza connects this heritage with the Alpine A424. Together, they represent two milestones within a wider racing history: different technologies, different challenges, and a shared competitive spirit.
Alpine and Signatech: a shared history of achievement
Alpine's return to endurance racing in 2013 opened a new chapter with Signatech, Philippe Sinault leading it and his team. Over the different seasons, the partnership grew through championship titles, Le Mans victories and the challenge of competing in endurance racing's premier category.
Successive European Le Mans Series titles in 2013 and 2014 established the foundations. The move to the FIA World Endurance Championship brought further achievements, including LMP2 world titles in 2016 and 2018–2019, and three LMP2 victories at the 24 Hours of Le Mans in 2016, 2018 and 2019.
The journey continued with an overall Le Mans podium in 2021, followed by outright victories at Sebring and Monza in 2022. The introduction of the A424 in 2024 brought a new technical and sporting challenge, with its first Hypercar podium at Fuji that year and its maiden victory at the same circuit in 2025.
These achievements reflect the contribution of everyone involved across Alpine Endurance Team, drivers, engineers, mechanics, operational teams and partners. Their expertise, perseverance and collective commitment have shaped both the sporting success and the human story of this chapter.
One final race, the same determination
The 2026 season has added further memorable moments, including a podium and double top-five finish in Austin, followed by second and fourth places at the 6 Hours of Fuji.
This weekend, the focus remains firmly on the competition. The Alpine A424 team #35 and #36 crews alongside the entire team are working to deliver a strong performance and finish the season with a result showing their collective efforts.
Alongside the sporting programme, the gathering of the A442B and A424 will recognise this team's contribution to Alpine's wider heritage, while thanking those who have supported it throughout the journey.
A chapter closes. Alpine's racing story continues.
As announced in February, Alpine will conclude its FIA World Endurance Championship programme at the end of 2026. This decision forms part of the brand's prioritization of its projects and investment to support its long-term development, with its motorsport strategy focused on the FIA Formula One World Championship.
The decision in 1978 to conclude its endurance chapter to focus on Formula One was another example of many in motorsport as is today's departure. The very same historical reference is also a strong example that programs end and restart.
The achievements shared with Signatech remain an enduring part of Alpine's history. They join those of earlier generations who have carried the brand's ambitions on rally stages and racing circuits around the world.
Here at Monza, Alpine honours that contribution with pride, gratitude and the same competitive commitment that has defined its journey.
Two milestones. One history. Racing spirit forever
Axel Plasse, VP Alpine Tech
“Bringing the A442B and A424 together at Monza is a powerful reminder of the passion for motorsport and how it can evolve. We can be proud of the achievements, the expertise and, above all, the people who have shaped this chapter. I want to thank everyone at Alpine Endurance Team and along with our partners and supporters, for their commitment. Our priority this weekend is to honour their contribution through our performance on track. This chapter closes, with the same spirit as ever.”
Philippe Sinault, Team Principal Alpine Endurance Team
“A magnificent and exceptional team, respected and watched for its level of execution and performance, but also admired for its values and spirit! As we embark together on this “Last Dance in Blue”, our ambitions are higher than ever. We are all determined to shine and to make our Alpine A424 shine once again. Thank you to each and every one of you who has helped write these pages that will leave a lasting mark on the history of our sport and on the history of Alpine. « Racing Spirit Forever ». “
Timetable (CET)
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
