The race

The 24 Hours of Le Mans, often considered the greatest endurance race in the world, is a prestigious automotive race held annually in June in the Sarthe region of France. Established in 1923 under the name "Grand Prix d’Endurance de 24 Heures - Coupe Rudge-Whitworth," this race has become a legendary event in motorsport over the decades.

On a 13.626 km circuit, drivers and their cars must endure for 24 hours. They face numerous challenges, including nighttime driving and sometimes harsh weather conditions, testing the durability of their vehicles. Major automobile manufacturers come to showcase their technological prowess to the public and gain international acclaim.

The 24 Hours of Le Mans has made history and even survived World War II. The event has become a vital part of French heritage. Now over a century old, it continues to grow in significance, attracting both automotive enthusiasts and the general public, as the experience of the 24 Hours of Le Mans is something everyone should experience at least once in their lifetime !

At the 24 Hours of Le Mans, the track is shared by three categories: Hypercar, LMP2, and LMGT3.

Hypercar: These are prototypes and production-based cars, either hybrid or non-hybrid, with a closed cockpit. They develop up to 680 horsepower and can reach a top speed of 330 km/h. They must weigh at least 1,030 kilograms and are equipped with Michelin tires. This category is reserved for professional drivers.

LMP2: These are prototypes with a closed cockpit, suitable for both professional and amateur drivers. They have a top speed of 315 km/h and must weigh at least 950 kilograms. They use Goodyear tires.

LMGT3: These are Grand Touring (GT) cars derived from production models and are entered by private teams only. They have a top speed of 300 km/h and must weigh at least 1,245 kilograms (before Balance of Performance). They are fitted with Goodyear tires and are driven by both professional and amateur drivers.

The entry list for the 2026 Le Mans 24 Hours is now available. Visit our dedicated page to find out more.

You can follow the race on the circuit thanks to :

- Giant screens

- The announcer's voice

- The FIA WEC+ application

- Live Timing

- 24 Hours radio (91.5 FM)

Outside the circuit, the race will also be available on the channels of our official broadcasters. Across Europe, Eurosport, the championship’s long-standing broadcasting partner, will provide extensive coverage by airing all sessions. Other broadcasters will take over depending on the country, including RTL Nitro in Germany, Discovery Turbo in Italy, and TNT Sports in the United Kingdom, with a large portion of the coverage available free-to-air on Quest.

In the United States, the entire event will be broadcast on TruTV. All sessions will also be available on HBO Max.

To watch the 24 Hours of Le Mans 2026 live via streaming, simply download the FIAWEC+ app on Apple Store or Google Play Store or access the service on the web. This official FIA WEC platform lets you follow the entire 24 Hours of Le Mans race live, including free practice, qualifying sessions and the full race, all without advertising. You also get onboard cameras, Live Timing and full replays, so you can experience the 24 Hours of Le Mans as if you were trackside, wherever you are in the world.

The Le Mans 24 Hours podium takes place on Sunday 14 June after 4pm on the pit straight. The traditional track invasion will also take place at this time.

Since 2020, you can attend the Hyperpole. It takes place in a multi-step process:

- On the Wednesday, after an initial Free Practice, the LMP2 and LMGT3 competitors set off for 30 minutes of Qualifying with a clear objective – to figure among the 15 fastest in each class that will compete in the Hyperpole run-off. A similar session will then take place for the Hypercars, but with 15 places up for grabs.

- On Thursday, two Hyperpole sessions – H1 and H2 – will be staged on the Thursday. In H1, the 15 LMP2 and 15 LMGT3 qualifiers will have 20 minutes to clock one of the ten fastest times and proceed to H2. This elimination format is repeated for the Hypercars, with the 15 quickest qualifiers facing off in H1 which will determine the 10 finalists. In H2, the survivors will have just 15 minutes in which to seek the perfect lap and achieve the best possible place on the grid.

Yes, several activities are scheduled throughout the Le Mans 24 Hours week, starting from the first day of the Scrutineering. There will be autograph sessions, visits to the stands, fan zones, hydrogen and manufacturer villages, official shops...

4 support races will join the 24 Hours of Le Mans circuit in 2026:

1. Porsche Carrera Cup Brazil
2. Ferrari Challenge
3. Road to Le Mans : Michelin Le Mans Cup
4. Ligier European Series

From Wednesday, June 10th to Saturday, June 13th (morning) check out the support races.