At 4:40 a.m. French time, we suffered irreparable engine damage and were forced to retire.
The cause was a broken clamp on the water hose, which led to a loss of coolant. As a result, the third piston seized, and oil overflowed into the port.

We wanted to repair the engine and restart, but the damage was too severe, and we had no choice but to abandon the race.

It is now just before 7 a.m. We have returned to our lodging, and I will take a short rest.

The photo shows our retirement notice—our fourth consecutive year.
As team director, I sincerely apologize for not being able to deliver results, and I will determine how I should take responsibility.