The winners of today’s 6 Hours of Imola – round two of the 2025 FIA World Endurance Championship campaign – will each be presented with a new, sustainably-crafted award in the shape of the FIA President’s Medal.
The personal keepsake was initially introduced in Formula 1 at the end of 2022. Now, this commemorative accolade is being adopted across other FIA World Championships, with the six-hour showdown around the iconic Autodromo Internazionale Enzo e Dino Ferrari marking the first time endurance race-winners will receive the honour.
The initiative has been brought to life by FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem, envisioning a more personal and lasting way to celebrate sporting glory and allowing competitors to retain a unique symbol of their success.
“When racing, our drivers give everything they have to secure a spot on the top of the podium, and I wanted to create an emblem that reflects their commitment and skill – a tangible reminder of their victory,” commented Ben Sulayem.
Milan-based Libe Incisioni partnered with the FIA to develop a unique production process that transforms scrap metal into high-quality items. All shavings and offcuts are recovered and re-used, reducing waste to nearly zero.
“Crucially, this medal needs to represent the innovation and progress being made across our championships,” Ben Sulayem added. “By celebrating these victories with a sustainably-crafted medal, we not only recognise our race-winners and their achievements, but also highlight the ongoing efforts within our sport to protect and preserve it for future generations.”
