From the Archives | 1970 Twelve Hours of Sebring | Mario Andretti, Steve McQueen, and More!

relive one of the most incredible finishes in endurance racing history. At the 1970 12 Hours of Sebring, Mario Andretti delivered a legendary comeback drive. After dominating much of the race in a Ferrari 512S that later retired with gearbox issues, Andretti was unexpectedly called back to the cockpit late in the race. With less than two hours remaining, he climbed into a different Ferrari already running third—despite never having driven the car before—and began a flat-out charge through the night. Chasing down a Steve McQueen / Peter Revson Porsche, Andretti ran qualifying-pace laps, caught the leader, and retook the lead after a late splash of fuel. The dramatic finish secured victory for Andretti, Ignazio Giunti, and Nino Vaccarella—one of the most remarkable drives ever seen at Sebring. #IMSA #autoracing #motorsport #sportscars FOLLOW IMSA: International Motor Sports Association YouTube: @imsaofficial Facebook: @IMSA Instagram: @imsa_racing TikTok: @imsa_racing X/Twitter: @IMSA Download the Official IMSA App for real-time results, timing & scoring. IMSA.com - Sports car racing and radio coverage, schedules, results and stories.