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Toyota says WEC drivers' title was decided before Monza finale

Motorsport.com • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 10, 2026, 11:29 AM

Last updated Nov 10, 2026

Toyota says WEC drivers' title was decided before Monza finale

Summary

Toyota has indicated that the drivers' title for the 2026 World Endurance Championship was effectively settled before the Monza 6 Hours, citing issues related to the Balance of Performance as a factor contributing to an anticlimactic finish. Only crews from Toyota were vying for the Hypercar title leading into the Monza finale, following a dominant 1-2 performance in the Barcelona race the previous month. With no other competitors in contention, the championship narrative shifted significantly before the final event, raising questions about competitive equity in the series.

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Key Details

•Toyota suggests the title was effectively decided before Monza
•Balance of Performance issues cited as a contributing factor
•Only Toyota crews were in contention for the Hypercar title
•Toyota achieved a 1-2 finish in the Barcelona race last month
•Concerns raised about competitive equity in the championship

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Toyota says the battle for the drivers’ title was effectively decided before the Monza 6 Hours, hinting at the Balance of Performance as a contributing factor for an anticlimactic end to the 2026 World Endurance Championship. Only Toyota's crews remained in contention for the Hypercar title heading into last weekend's Monza finale, after a dominant 1-2 finish in October's Barcelona race ...Keep reading
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