24h Le Mans
Competitors entered in the 90th running of Le Mans will not have track time today. Instead, the Ligier European Series and Porsche Sprint Challenge will take center stage while the 24 Hours drivers are in the city centre for the traditional fan favourite Drivers' Parade. Producer and DJ Martin Solveig's concert is set to kick off at 20:15.
Futuristic-looking Ligier JSP4s and small JS2 Rs GTs are expected on the track for Ligier European Series Race 1 from 11:10 to 12:00.
The Porsche Sprint Challenge gentleman drivers will take the wheel for the second round of the week from 09:30 to 10:15, looking to match or improve upon yesterday's Race 1 performances.
Pit lane will open to the public from 14:30 to 19:30, a perfect opportunity to observe mechanics working on their cars in preparation for the 24 Hours. Additionally, an all-new activity is on the schedule for fans: the extraordinary opportunity to walk the track. Access to the General Enclosure area will be granted with a Full Week General Admission ticket which covers other activities and the Pit Walk, while access to other key areas around the circuit (from Tertre Rouge to the Porsche Curves) are free to anyone on foot, a bike, a scooter or rollerblades.
A highlight of Race Week for drivers and fans alike the day before the big race, the Drivers' Parade celebrates its 26th anniversary this year. Late afternoon, the drivers entered in the 24 Hours of Le Mans will make their way through the city centre of Le Mans in vintage cars. The organiser Classic Automotive, along with the Automobile Club de l'Ouest, will give the public a thrilling and unforgettable show along a specially designed route winding through the streets of the city.
This friendly gathering welcomes visitors on the Friday before the 24 Hours, with more than a thousand cars from all over the world meeting in Saint-Saturnin, north of Le Mans. This 20th edition is an occasion to thank all the constructors and clubs who have put their confidence in the organisers since the creation of the event. The great hall of Val de Vray will house an unprecedented exhibition hosted by Dr. Wolfgang Ullrich with a model from each manufacturer. With 19 editions on the books, 13 marques have been honoured: Jaguar, Porsche, Lotus, Aston Martin, Austin Healey, Ferrari, Morgan, Corvette, Triumph, MG, Alpine, Marcos and BMW.
Friday 10 June from 09:00 to 17:00, centre culturel du Val de Vray à Saint-Saturnin (Val de Vray cultural centre in Saint-Saturnin), free admission.
A very special event is to be organised on the track at the famous Mulsanne corner. Peugeot will serve as the guest of honour through vehicles from yesteryear. 1993 24 Hours winner Éric Hélary with Peugeot and teammate Jean-Bernard Bouvet (10 participations) will host the 2022 edition of this event. An exhibition and a vintage vehicle parade will be held in front of the Mulsanne town hall from 20:00 to 23:30.
Friday 10 June from 14:30 to 19:30, 2 avenue François Mitterrand, free admission.
A music producer, DJ and versatile creative force, Martin Solveig has always paid particular attention to his image and focused his efforts on story-telling. Through his clips, live shows and photos, his talent is not limited only to the production of music, but extends to the expression of a universe and a vision of the world. Solveig exploded onto the world scene with Hello featuring Dragonette in 2010 from the album Smash which skyrocketed him to the top of the charts in four countries and attracted the attention of Madonna. The "Queen of Pop" recruited Solveig shortly thereafter to produce a portion of her LP MDNA and he shows no signs of slowing down with new collaborations and new solo singles expected before summer.
09:00 – 17:00 | Classic British Welcome at Saint-Saturnin
09:30 – 10:15 | Porsche Sprint Challenge - Race 2
11:10 – 12:00 | Ligier European Series - Race 1
14:30 – 19:30 | Pit Walk and Track Open to Public
14:30 – 19:30 | Mulsanne Corner
17:00 – 19:30 | Drivers' Parade in Le Mans city centre
20:15 | Martin Solveig Concert
