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This modern and welcoming space is the ideal place to relax while you watch the action on the track. It has a lovely restaurant and a vast terrace that offers stunning views of the famous Corvette Corner. You can even head to the entertainment area on the ground floor, which is equipped with driving simulators, dart boards, a pool table and a host of other activities to keep everyone entertained.

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In a prime location right by the paddocks and pitlane building, the Le Mans Spirit Club - official FIA WORLD ENDURANCE CHAMPIONSHIP hospitality - opens out onto a stunning terrace with outstanding views of the legendary Motul Raccordement Corner. Interested in this VIP package for another FIA World Endurance Championship race? Book now by <a href="https://www.fiawec.com/en/page/welcome-to-our-world/2" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">clicking here</a>

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Step behind the scenes of this thrilling event, savour the moment in our high-class reception areas and enjoy a carefully-orchestrated event that combines elegance with excitement. From sunrise to sunset, a full schedule of activities will be rolled out just for you, to fully immerse you in the thrill of the race.

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Le Mans Classic Legend is underway! At 4 pm, three-time world skiing champion Alexis Pinturault flagged off this year’s event under a bright sunshine. The five racing series and supporting races will run one after the other until 4 pm on Sunday, before giving way to podium ceremonies and other celebrations.

Whilst yesterday was dedicated to the qualifiers, both Saturday and Sunday are reserved for racing. Over the course of a full day, competitors in grids 6 to 10 will battle it out, day and night, with three races per grid. Of course, support races are also part of the program, as are spectacular parades featuring club cars, Supercars, Gordon Murray&rsquo;s road cars and prototypes, Porsches and BMWs. The second appearance of the legendary Mazda 787B at 6.05 pm was not to be missed; once again, the unique sound of its rotary engine left no one unmoved.

Shortly before 2 pm, the crowd was treated to a magnificent spectacle; in keeping with tradition, the young participants from Little Big Mans took part in a Le Mans-style start, before taking to the track for a timeless moment in their miniature replicas of the Ford GT40, AC Cobra and Lamborghini Countach. No fewer than 45 children ran from one end of the court to the other when Matthew Knoesen, the wheelchair tennis prodigy, uttered these words: &ldquo;On your marks&hellip; go!&rdquo;. As usual, everyone was captivated by this deeply touching scene. This spectacle has a unique impact that cannot be found anywhere else.

Grid 6 kicks off this first edition of Le Mans Classic Legend. Following the mass start led by Alexis Pinturault, the 1976 TOJ SC304 #22 driven by Yves SCEMAMA/Richard MILLE and the 1976 Lola T286 #1 driven by Maxime GUENAT immediately pulled clear. Jan MAGNUSSEN&rsquo;s 1973 Lola T292 #70 distinguished itself in third place with some remarkable overtakes, but lost ground on the straights due to its less powerful engine. Whilst the top two were locked in a fierce battle, Yves SCEMAMA made a mistake coming out of the second Mulsanne Straight chicane, leaving the field open for Maxime GUENAT and his Lola. GUENAT won this first race, ahead of Jamie CONSTABLE in the 1974 Chevron B26 #199. Jan MAGNUSSEN was handed a one lap penalty for failing to pit at the correct time. Tony SINCLAIR, Sam YATES and their 1973 Lola T292 #85 therefore took third place.

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Off the track, there&rsquo;s still a lot of things to do. You simply can&rsquo;t miss the M24 &ndash; Motorsport Museum &ndash; and its collections, which cover the entire history of motorsports and more, all housed in a stunning new venue that opened less than two months ago. Film buffs can treat themselves to a good film at the MK2 Drive-In, which screens movies with a motoring theme, such as Taxi 2 or C&rsquo;&eacute;tait un rendez-vous. There&rsquo;s also an exhibition of iconic cars featured in films, including the DeLorean DMC-12 from Back to the Future and the Ford Mustang &lsquo;Eleanor&rsquo; from Gone in 60 seconds. Between the arcade zone, the &lsquo;Spirit of Speed&rsquo; motorbike exhibition and all the car clubs, there&rsquo;s something to please young and old alike.

The atmosphere at Le Mans Classic Legend leaves no one out; everyone is invited to take part in this celebration of motor racing. In the village, which is also bustling with activity, you can extend the experience by hunting for the last few diecast models missing from your collection, or finding rare items linked to the 24 Hours of Le Mans. As darkness falls, the atmosphere changes; Le Mans takes on a more intimate feel. No doubt many fans will be supporting France tonight against Paraguay in the round of 16 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The match planned at 11 pm will, of course, be shown at the circuit&rsquo;s venue, providing an opportunity to share in this major sporting event. To go with this very special moment, three concerts are on the program. At 8 pm, Baccus takes to the decks, before handing the main stage over to Superbus for an exceptional show starting at 10.30 pm. Finally, at midnight, the french band Bon Entendeur will keep the party going until the early hours.

On the track, the first support races produced the following results. All that remains is the Berlinetta Challenge race, which takes place this evening from 7.45 pm.

<h2>Race 1: GT3 Revival Series</h2>

The first race, held on Saturday morning, saw competitors in the GT3 Revival Series go head-to-head to mark the 20th anniversary of the GT3 category&rsquo;s creation. Thanks to a superb start, Heiko NEUMANN, in his #65 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG GT3, quickly pulled away, but Alvaro PARENTE, at the wheel of the #47 Audi R8 LMS Ultra were not having any of it. It was a spectacular battle, but NEUMANN held on to the lead.

A mandatory pit stop was required. Whilst slowing down to enter the pits, PARENTE, caught off guard, crashed into NEUMANN from behind. Both cars sustained fairly significant cosmetic damage, and whilst the Mercedes-Benz was able to get back on track fairly quickly, the Audi R8 was held up in the pit lane for some time. Benjamin RICCI, in the #10 Ferrari 458 GT3 Evo, took advantage of the situation to take the lead, which he held until the checkered flag was waved. This highly eventful first race left no one unmoved. Heiko NEUMANN finished second, ahead of Jonathan MITCHELL and his #007 Aston Martin V12 Vantage GT3.

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<h2>Race 1: Porsche Classic Cup</h2>

The Porsche Classic Cup sees Porsche Cup cars from all generations competing against one another, from the 944 Turbo to the 996 GT3. This series, which continues to uphold the German manufacturer&rsquo;s legacy through one-make championships organized around the world, is being celebrated today at Le Mans Classic Legend. In the first race, Ivan REGGIANI (1999 Porsche 996 GT3 Cup #196) got the better of his rivals and kept Henrik BOLLERSLEV (2004 Porsche 996 GT3 Cup #76) at a safe distance.

After a flurry of pit stops, Andrew JORDAN (2002 Porsche 996 GT3 Cup #10) pulled away and overtook Henrik BOLLERSLEV to take second place. Following the race leader&rsquo;s pit stop, JORDAN even took the lead. Andrew shared the driving duties with his father Mike; the pair secured a fairly comfortable victory, having dominated qualifying the day before. Mike and Andrew JORDAN took the win, ahead of Henrik BOLLERSLEV and the duo of Charles KAUFFMAN and Ivan REGGIANI in the #996.

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<h2>Race 1: HSR NASCAR Classic by Goodyear</h2>

The first race of the HSR NASCAR Classic by Goodyear was eagerly awaited by all the fans at the venue. Fittingly, the first NASCAR race at Le Mans took place on the 250th anniversary of the United States. The drivers put on a spectacular show for the occasion, led by the 2004 series champion, Kurt BUSCH, in the #1A 2020 Chevrolet Camaro NASCAR, who launched a series of attacks. Andrew JORDAN (2011 Toyota Camry #15A) and Joe NEMECHECK (2010 Toyota Camry #47) also distinguished themselves at the top of the standings.

Whilst Andrew JORDAN pulled away, David ROBERTS (2012 Dodge Charger CoT NASCAR #2) and Joe NEMECHECK were locked in a titanic battle for second place. Kurt BUSCH remained in the running, until he made a second mistake at Mulsanne. Meanwhile, Joe NEMECHECK, who was also challenging at the front, suffered a double puncture whilst braking into Mulsanne Straight&rsquo;s second chicane. Then, late in the race, BUSCH, ROBERTS and JORDAN &ndash; who had led from the very first lap &ndash; all encountered successive problems. An incredible turnaround allowed JC France, in the #24A 2014 Chevrolet Camaro NASCAR, to edge out Nigel ARMSTRONG (the #44 2007 NASCAR CoT Toyota Camry) by less than a second. Ryan GEMMELL crossed the line in third place at the wheel of his #55 2002 NASCAR Chevrolet Monte Carlo.

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The second day of Le Mans Classic Legend 2026 will remain etched in people&rsquo;s memories. Two iconic moments, two unique emotions. Little Big Mans &mdash; The cult parade once again stole the hearts of the crowd. Dozens of children decked out in the colours of their favourite drivers, racing off at the wheel of their miniature replicas with Matthew Knoesen as the starter. A moment that perfectly encapsulates the spirit of Le Mans Classic: passing on a passion for motoring to future generations. Grid 6 with Alexis Pinturault &mdash; Then came the official start of this very first edition. Prototypes and GTs from the 1972&ndash;1984 era, a crowd going wild, and Olympic alpine skiing champion Alexis Pinturault as the official starter. The tone was set for the whole weekend. Unforgettable moments. Le Mans Classic Legend 2026 lived up to all its promises from the very second day.

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A very lively Saturday at Le Mans Classic Legend

The countdown has begun. Less than a year before its competitive debut, Ford Racing has given endurance racing fans their first thrill by revealing the soundtrack of its future Hypercar. Those first notes signal Ford's highly anticipated return to the top class of the 24 Hours of Le Mans.

The secret remains well protected, but it has finally found its voice. To celebrate the 250th anniversary of the United States&#39; independence on July 4, 2026, Ford Racing released a short video across its social media channels. Just a few seconds are enough to build excitement: a Hypercar almost entirely hidden beneath a black cover, barely moving... and, most importantly, the deep rumble of its naturally aspirated 5.4-litre V8 idling. That unmistakable soundtrack marks another milestone in the American manufacturer&#39;s preparations for its Hypercar campaign at the 2027 24 Hours of Le Mans and the FIA World Endurance Championship.

<h2>A First Melody Before Track Testing Begins</h2>

In the video, Ford deliberately reveals almost nothing. Yet every detail draws attention. Beneath the cover, the Hypercar hints at an exceptionally low, sleek nose, like an arrow poised to slice through the air. A small opening around the side window exposes a blue-and-white camouflage livery, a familiar sight on cars still undergoing development.

At the rear, the pronounced wheel arches suggest extensive aerodynamic work. The future Hypercar still keeps much of its design under wraps, but its proportions are already beginning to tell the story.

The real star of the video, however, is the sound. Ford&#39;s all-new naturally aspirated 5.4-litre V8 delivers its first heartbeat. The engine is based on the architecture already used in the Dearborn manufacturer&#39;s Dark Horse R, GT4 and GT3 racing programmes. A proven platform now serves as the foundation of Ford&#39;s Hypercar project.

<h2>Track Testing to Begin in August</h2>

The engine&#39;s first public appearance comes just weeks after Ford announced <a href="https://www.24h-lemans.com/en/news/ford-reveals-the-names-of-the-2027-hypercar-driver-crews-60778" target="_blank">the drivers selected to lead its Hypercar programme</a>. During the most recent edition of the 24 Hours of Le Mans, Ford Racing also confirmed that on-track testing would begin in August at several European circuits.

This development phase will be crucial. Engineers will focus on the prototype&#39;s overall performance, powertrain reliability, hybrid system integration and aerodynamic validation. Every kilometre covered will help prepare the car for the unique demands of the 24 Hours of Le Mans, the crown jewel of the FIA World Endurance Championship.

In 2027, Ford will join an outstanding Hypercar field alongside Aston Martin, BMW, Cadillac, Ferrari, Genesis, McLaren, Peugeot and Toyota. A grid where every manufacturer brings its own identity&mdash;and its own soundtrack.

For now, Ford has revealed nothing more than the mechanical heartbeat of its future challenger. But sometimes, a few pulses from a naturally aspirated V8 are all it takes to spark anticipation. And when this Hypercar lines up for the start of the 2027 24 Hours of Le Mans, the rumble first heard on July 4 may well become one of endurance racing&#39;s most eagerly awaited sounds.

Ford Hypercar: V8 Roars to Life for the First Time Ahead of the 2027 24 Hours of Le Mans

Le Mans Classic Legend is underway! On Thursday, the public had the chance to experience the atmosphere of this new event and, above all, to see the cars lined up in the paddocks. Whilst the first day was marked by entertainment and exhibitions, Friday was all about the on track action, with qualifying sessions for all the categories as well as support races.

From Thursday, the opening day of the village, spectators were able to soak up the event&rsquo;s unique atmosphere. The public had the chance to explore the exhibitions, such as the one held in honour of the famous engineer Gordon Murray, but also to relax whilst taking a trip back thirty years in time in the arcade zone, the scene of fierce competitions on pinball machines and other iconic fairground games. Film enthusiasts were already able to admire iconic cars from the silver screen in an exhibition featuring, amongst others, the Peugeot 406 from Taxi and the BMW 750iL driven by James Bond in Tomorrow Never Dies. Since Friday, the drive-in MK2 cinema is also open, screening timeless films with a motoring theme, such as C&rsquo;&eacute;tait un rendez-vous and Herbie Goes Bananas.

The M24 &ndash; Motorsport Museum is an unmissable stop on this year&rsquo;s Le Mans Classic Legend itinerary. This sanctuary dedicated to the history of all motorsports is open to the public every day, offering visitors a deeper understanding of the universe celebrated by Le Mans Classic Legend. Between activities and explorations, visitors find themselves searching for diecast models or rare finds in the bustling aisles of the village, pausing to enjoy a bite to eat at the many venues set up in the area.

The track opened to competitors in the first support races on Friday at 9.20 am. Following the parades by the various clubs gathered around the circuit, the entrants in the Porsche Classic Cup took part in their first practice session. This category brings together 30 Porsche Cup cars from different generations, ranging from front-engined Type 944 Turbo Cup from the late 1980s to Type 996 GT3 Cup 911s from the early 2000s. In the session, Mike and Andrew JORDAN, in the #10 2003 Porsche 996 GT3 Cup, came out on top, just ahead of Henrik BOLLERSLEV&rsquo;s #76 Porsche 996 GT3 Cup and the #25 Porsche 996 GT3 Cup driven by Piers MASARATI and Elliott MUMFORD.

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Next up was the GT3 Revival Series, which showcases GT3 cars 20 years after the category&rsquo;s inception. It was an opportunity to rediscover the iconic models that made this era legendary. J&eacute;r&ocirc;me POLICAND, with 13 appearances at the 24 Hours of Le Mans to his name, distinguished himself in the #87 Ferrari 458 GT3 Evo along with his teammate Jean-Luc BEAUBELIQUE. Will NUTHALL and Stephan JOEBSTL, in the #52 Ferrari 458 GT3 Evo, finished second, ahead of Heiko NEUMANN and his Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG GT3.

After this came the Berlinetta Challenge, a field comprising Ferrari Challenge cars from various generations, ranging from the 1993 348s to the 2011 458 Italia. The Ferrari Challenge championship, which was in fact created in 1993, is a one-make series that is now successful all over the world, with series in the United Kingdom, Europe, North America, Japan, and Australia/South-East Asia. Joe MACARI, drawing on his experience from two appearances at the 24 Hours of Le Mans, set the fastest time in the qualifying session in his #12 2006 Ferrari F430 Challenge, ahead of Olivier MARKARIAN in his #42 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia Challenge and Jan BOT in a #355 1996 Ferrari F355 Challenge.

The first qualifying sessions for categories 6 to 10 began at 1.00 pm and concluded at 5.40 pm. These grids cover the bulk of modern endurance racing, with cars ranging from 1972 to 2020.

Here are the first qualifiers in each of the six categories:

<ul>
	<li>Grid 6 &ndash; cars from 1972 to 1984 &ndash; 1976 TOJ SC304 #22 (MILLE/SCEMAMA)</li>
	<li>Grid 7 &ndash; cars from 1982 to 1993 &ndash; 1990 Nissan R90CK #1 (GALANT)</li>
	<li>Grid 8 &ndash; cars from 1994 to 1999 &ndash; 1999 Panoz LMP1-Roadster S #1 (GALANT)</li>
	<li>Grid 9 &ndash; cars from 2000 to 2010 &ndash; 2002 Ascari KZR-1 #21 (HANCOCK/HART)</li>
	<li>Grid 10 &ndash; cars from 2006 to 2020 &ndash; 2008 Lola Aston Martn DBR1-2 #008 (ALBRECHT)</li>
</ul>

Several parades left their mark on this year&rsquo;s Le Mans Classic Legend. At 2 pm on Friday, the Mazda 787B made its appearance. As the first Japanese car to win the 24 Hours of Le Mans in 1991, this car went down in history for its looks, its track record, but also &ndash; and above all &ndash; its distinctive sound: its rotary engine gives it a sound unlike any other, which no enthusiast could fail to notice as it passed by. At 7 pm, it was the turn of the Porsche 917s. Created in two versions (K for &lsquo;short&rsquo; and LH for &lsquo;long tail&rsquo;), the 917 won two editions of the 24 Hours of Le Mans in 1970 and 1971 &ndash; Porsche&rsquo;s first two overall victories. This parade showcased various 917s on display in Village 5, offering spectators a truly memorable moment.

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Alongside the action on the track, two concerts will set the tone for the night in Le Mans starting this evening at 8 pm. Contrec&oelig;ur (8 pm), Polo &amp; Pan (10:30 pm) and &Eacute;tienne de Cr&eacute;cy (midnight) will perform on the main stage to keep the party going late into the night.

The second qualifying sessions will continue until 2 am. This gives the drivers the chance to get used to the darkness at Le Mans, which has also helped make the 24 Hours a legendary event. Action will resume on Saturday at 8 am with the club practice sessions; the day will, of course, be marked by the grand start of the Le Mans Classic Legend, which takes place at 4 pm.

Follow the festivities from this special edition on live and on video on the Peter Auto YouTube channel on Saturday and Sunday starting at 9 a.m.!

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Day one at Le Mans Classic Legend, and already that curious feeling: everything feels familiar&hellip; yet nothing is quite the same. Le Mans is back, with its paddocks, clubs, collectors and all those cherished habits. And then, out on track, a new generation takes the stage: more modern, more radical, and a little louder too. Beautiful cars to admire, yes. But above all, true racing machines, among the most accomplished of their era. The scene is set. The legends can start rolling.

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A look bacj at Thursday and Friday at Le Mans Classic Legend

The 2027 Michelin Le Mans Cup calendar will once again feature the same six iconic circuits that hosted an event in 2025 and 2026, with an earlier start to the season in March. All of the races, with the exception of the Road To Le Mans in June, will be part of the highly popular European Le Mans Series package.

The 2027 Michelin Le Mans Cup calendar will once again feature the same six iconic circuits that hosted an event in 2025 and 2026, with an earlier start to the season in March. All of the races, with the exception of the Road To Le Mans in June, will be part of the highly popular European Le Mans Series package.

The six-round series will begin in Barcelona, with the Collective Test on March 10th, one month earlier than in 2026, followed by Round 1 at the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya on Saturday 13th March.

Le Castellet will once again be the final test before Le Mans, with Round 2 on Saturday 1st May. In a change from the last two years, the chicane on the Mistral Straight will be removed in 2027 allowing the competitors to face the challenge of the full 1.8km straight for the first time since 2024.

After the successful introduction of a 3-hour race on the full 13.6km Circuit des 24 Heures in 2026, the 2027 Road To Le Mans, which is the highlight of the season, will follow the same format. Round 3 of the MLMC will be held on Friday 11th June, one day before the 95th edition of the 24 Hours of Le Mans.

After Le Mans there is a two-month break, with the MLMC returning in August for Round 4 at Spa-Francorchamps on Saturday 21 August. After the first ever Michelin Le Mans Cup race was held in the UK at Silverstone in 2025, the series will once again return to the Home of British Motorsport on Saturday 4th September.

The 2027 season will mark the 10th anniversary of the first MLMC race held at the Aut&oacute;dromo Internacional do Algarve, with the season finale being held on Saturday 2nd October.

Pierre Fillon, President of the Automobile Club de l&rsquo;Ouest: &quot;In 2027, the Michelin Le Mans Cup will continue its development with a calendar featuring six iconic European circuits, once again providing an exceptional stage for competition. As a key stepping stone for emerging endurance racing drivers and teams, the series continues to reinforce its vital role on the endurance ladder.

&ldquo;The return of Road to Le Mans in the same format as 2026, including a three-hour race on Friday, will further enhance the level of competition. Held on the legendary Circuit des 24 Heures du Mans as the third round of the championship, this hugely popular event will once again give competitors an experience that is even closer to the spirit of the 24 Hours of Le Mans.&quot;

Fr&eacute;d&eacute;ric Lequien, Le Mans Endurance Management (LMEM) CEO: &ldquo;For the third year in a row we have selected the same six venues to host the Michelin Le Mans Cup, which provides teams and drivers stability and consistency.&nbsp;

&ldquo;Along with the European Le Mans Series and Ligier European Series, the Michelin Le Mans Cup provides an exciting weekend of endurance racing, while offering an attractive event for the circuits to promote to their local fanbase, which has resulted in larger crowds at each event year on year.

&ldquo;The successful running of a 3-hour race for Road To Le Mans added another exciting element to the series and we are pleased to confirm that the Road To Le Mans will run to the same format in 2027.&rdquo;

&ldquo;We look forward to welcoming everyone to another exciting Michelin Le Mans Cup season.&rdquo;

2027 Michelin Le Mans Cup Provisional Calendar:

<ul>
	<li>Mar 10 - Collective Test - Barcelona - ESP</li>
	<li>Mar 13 - Round 1 &ndash; Barcelona - ESP</li>
	<li>May 01 - Round 2 &ndash; Le Castellet - FRA</li>
	<li>Jun 11 - Round 3 &ndash; Road To Le Mans - FRA</li>
	<li>Aug 21 - Round 4 &ndash; Spa-Francorchamps - BEL</li>
	<li>Sep 04 - Round 5 &ndash; Silverstone - GBR</li>
	<li>Oct 02 - Round 6 &ndash; Portim&atilde;o - POR</li>
</ul>

Onwards and Upwards for the Michelin Le Mans Cup in 2027

The 2027 European Le Mans Series calendar will feature the same six iconic European circuits, but with an earlier start for the season opener in Barcelona. The Prologue will take place on 8 and 9 March, with the 4 Hours of Barcelona Sunday 14 March, four weeks earlier than the 2026 race.

The 2027 calendar will once again feature six 4-hour races at the same circuits visited this year &ndash; Barcelona, Le Castellet, Imola, Spa-Francorchamps, Silverstone and Portim&atilde;o.

After the season opener in Spain, Round 2 will be held seven weeks later in the South of France at the Circuit Paul Ricard, with the 4 Hours of Le Castellet from 30 April to the 2 May. In a change from the last two years, the chicane on the Mistral Straight will be removed in 2027 allowing the competitors to face the challenge of the full 1.8km straight for the first time since 2024.

With the 24 Hours of Le Mans on the 12-13 June, Round 3 of the 2027 European Le Mans Series will be held in Italy at the Autodromo Internazionale Enzo e Dino Ferrari, with the 4 Hours of Imola on the 2-4 July.

The 4 Hours of Spa-Francorchamps will be Round 4, with the teams heading to the Ardenne to celebrate the 10th year of the ELMS racing at the awesome Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps.

With the FIA World Endurance Championship announcing a return to Silverstone in April 2027, British fans will have a second opportunity to see the cars that race at Le Mans, with the third visit of the European Le Mans Series to the UK&rsquo;s premier racetrack. The Goodyear 4 Hours of Silverstone will take place on 3-5 September.

For the eleventh time, the season finale will be held at the Autodromo Internacional do Algarve in Portugal, with the 4 Hours of Portim&atilde;o taking place from the 30 September to 2 October.

Pierre Fillon, President of the Automobile Club de l&rsquo;Ouest: &quot;For over a decade, the European Le Mans Series has established itself as one of the leading championships in European endurance racing, providing an outstanding platform for drivers and teams alike. With six rounds hosted at some of Europe&#39;s most iconic circuits, the ELMS continues to grow in stature, driven by rising audiences and ever-increasing fan attendance. We are delighted to return to these landmark venues for the 2027 season and look forward to another exciting year of competition. The ACO is proud to continue building the success of the ELMS, which continues to inspire and engage an expanding community of endurance racing fans.&quot;

Fr&eacute;d&eacute;ric Lequien, Le Mans Endurance Management (LMEM) CEO:&nbsp;&ldquo;There is an old that if something isn&rsquo;t broken, don&rsquo;t try to fix it and with that in mind the 2027 ELMS calendar is all about providing the teams and our partners with a stable platform.

&ldquo;Since 2013 the European Le Mans Series has grown year on year, with six 4-hour races on six of Europe&rsquo;s leading circuits. The 2027 calendar provides the excellent combination of different challenges on historic circuits that are each unique in their characteristics, while providing the top facilities that our teams, drivers, partners and our fans expect when competing at this level of European competition.

We look forward to welcoming everyone to an exciting new season, beginning in Spain next March.&rdquo;

2027 European Le Mans Series Calendar:

<ul>
	<li>8/9 March &ndash; Prologue - ESP</li>
	<li>12-14 March - 4 Hours of Barcelona - ESP&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
	<li>30 April - 2 May - 4 Hours of Le Castellet - FRA</li>
	<li>2-4 July - 4 Hours of Imola - ITA</li>
	<li>20-22 August - 4 Hours of Spa-Francorchamps - BEL</li>
	<li>3-5 September - Goodyear 4 Hours of Silverstone - GBR</li>
	<li>30 Sept&ndash;2 October - 4 Hours of Portim&atilde;o - POR</li>
</ul>

Six-Race Calendar and Early Start for Exciting 2027 ELMS Season

The Mazda 787B will be one of the stars of Le Mans Classic Legend (2-5 July 2026). The Group C prototype – a 24 Hours of Le Mans icon – will be back at the circuit in a demonstration capacity. Don’t miss the chance to see, and hear, one of the most emblematic cars in the history of endurance racing.

Some race cars are born to become legends. <a href="https://www.24h-lemans.com/en/news/the-30th-anniversary-of-the-mazda-787bs-triumph-at-the-24-hours-of-le-mans-55222">The Mazda 787B</a> definitely falls into that category.

In 1991, the car earned Mazda a historic 24 Hours of Le Mans victory. The manufacturer became the first Japanese marque to win the world&rsquo;s greatest endurance race, long before Toyota&rsquo;s success in La Sarthe.

Developed by Mazdaspeed, the 787B boasts outstanding technology: a four-disc rotary engine with an output of almost 700 hp. Once again, the 24 Hours of Le Mans served as a test ground, enabling Mazda to push its mechanical architecture to the limit.

Thirty years on, the Mazda 787B is still a favourite, not least thanks its distinctive &ldquo;voice&rdquo;. The scream of the high-pitched rotary engine is a signature sound immediately recognisable to endurance racing fans.

<h2>Three track demonstrations</h2>

Le Mans Classic Legend spectators will have three opportunities to admire the Mazda 787B in action.

10-minute demonstrations are scheduled on:

<ul>
	<li>Friday 3 July at 2 p.m.</li>
	<li>Saturday 4 July at 6.05 p.m.</li>
	<li>Sunday 5 July at 1.39 p.m.</li>
</ul>

Spectators will be treated to an arresting parade from one of the most emblematic cars in the history of the 24 Hours of Le Mans.

<a href="https://www.lemansclassic.com/en/ticketing/">Book your tickets for Le Mans Classic Legend now!</a>

Le Mans Classic Legend: when to admire the Mazda 787B

Le Mans Classic Legend (2–5 July 2026) transforms the 24 Hours of Le Mans circuit into a world where heritage, music, cinema, the French art of living and the automobile come together. Concerts, exhibitions, a drive-in cinema, an auction, a museum, family entertainment and much more… every moment extends the same story: a passion for the automobile, passed down from generation to generation.

Le Mans Classic Legend is about far more than the cars on track. For four days, the 24 Hours of Le Mans circuit becomes a place of discovery, encounters and emotion, where every attraction reveals a different chapter in automotive history. Here, engines meet music, cinema brings memories back to life, everyday objects become heritage, and shared experiences create lasting memories.

<h2>Two Evenings of Live Music</h2>

As night falls, Le Mans Classic Legend takes on a different atmosphere without ever losing its soul. The concerts keep the celebration alive in a friendly setting where generations and musical styles come together. Discover the event&#39;s live music programme.

Friday, 3 July 2026:

<ul>
	<li>8:00 pm &ndash; 10:00 pm: Contrecoeur</li>
	<li>10:30 pm &ndash; 11:30 pm: Polo &amp; Pan</li>
	<li>Midnight &ndash; 1:30 am: Etienne De Cr&eacute;cy</li>
</ul>

Saturday, 4 July 2026:

<ul>
	<li>8:00 pm &ndash; 10:00 pm: Baccus</li>
	<li>10:30 pm &ndash; 11:30 pm: Superbus</li>
	<li>Midnight &ndash; 1:30 am: Bon Entendeur</li>
</ul>

<h2>Gordon Murray, Guest of Honour</h2>

Some individuals leave a lasting mark on automotive history. Gordon Murray is one of them.

The South African engineer, whose creations have become legendary, is the Guest of Honour at Le Mans Classic Legend 2026. His name is forever linked to the 24 Hours of Le Mans through the victory of the McLaren F1 GTR in 1995, as well as through designs that have shaped both Formula 1 and road car history.

On Saturday, 4 July 2026, from 2:25 pm to 2:40 pm, an exceptional parade will showcase several of his greatest creations: the McLaren F1, McLaren F1 GTR, Brabham BT42, Ayrton Senna&#39;s iconic McLaren MP4/5B, together with the latest GMA T.33, T.50 and T.50s Niki Lauda.

These models will also be displayed in the heart of the village, offering visitors a rare opportunity to immerse themselves in the world of a designer who has profoundly influenced automotive history.

<h2>A Drive-In Where the Automobile Takes Centre Stage</h2>

Located in Village 1, close to the Mus&eacute;e corner of the Bugatti Circuit, the Drive-In invites visitors to rediscover a selection of cult films. Turbo, GoldenEye, Taxi 2, Back to the Future, Jurassic Park, The Love Bug Goes to Monte Carlo and the legendary short film C&#39;&eacute;tait un rendez-vous all demonstrate how the automobile has fuelled the imagination of cinema for decades.

A nostalgic experience where memories are not only watched, but truly relived. Discover the Le Mans Classic Legend Drive-In programme.

Friday, 3 July 2026:

<ul>
	<li>4:00 pm &ndash; 5:36 pm: Turbo</li>
	<li>6:00 pm &ndash; 6:09 pm: C&#39;&eacute;tait un rendez-vous</li>
	<li>6:10 pm &ndash; 8:20 pm: James Bond: GoldenEye</li>
	<li>8:50 pm &ndash; 10:30 pm: The Love Bug Goes to Monte Carlo</li>
</ul>

Saturday, 4 July 2026:

<ul>
	<li>4:00 pm &ndash; 5:28 pm: Taxi 2</li>
	<li>6:00 pm &ndash; 6:09 pm: C&#39;&eacute;tait un rendez-vous</li>
	<li>6:10 pm &ndash; 8:06 pm: Back to the Future</li>
	<li>8:30 pm &ndash; 8:39 pm: C&#39;&eacute;tait un rendez-vous</li>
	<li>8:40 pm &ndash; 10:42 pm: Jurassic Park</li>
</ul>

<h2>Visit the M24 &ndash; Museum of Motor Sport</h2>

Located at the North Gate of the circuit, the M24 &ndash; Museum of Motor Sport naturally extends the Le Mans Classic Legend experience.

More than simply a museum, it tells the story of the women, men, cars and achievements that have shaped the history of the 24 Hours of Le Mans and motor racing. Every gallery combines heritage with modernity to pass on this remarkable legacy to future generations.

Throughout the event, the museum welcomes visitors with extended opening hours, including a special late opening until midnight on Saturday.

Opening Hours:

<ul>
	<li>Wednesday, 1 July 2026: 9:00 am &ndash; 8:00 pm</li>
	<li>Thursday, 2 July 2026: 9:00 am &ndash; 6:00 pm</li>
	<li>Friday, 3 July 2026: 8:00 am &ndash; 8:00 pm</li>
	<li>Saturday, 4 July 2026: 8:00 am &ndash; Midnight</li>
	<li>Sunday, 5 July 2026: 8:00 am &ndash; 7:00 pm</li>
</ul>

Last admission is 1 hour and 15 minutes before closing.

<h2>The Artcurial Motorcars Auction</h2>

On Friday, 3 July, <a href="https://www.24h-lemans.com/en/news/le-mans-classic-legend-discover-the-lots-of-the-artcurial-motorcars-auction-60840" target="_blank">the official auction organised by Artcurial Motorcars</a> brings together an exceptional selection of collector cars at the heart of the circuit.

Competition cars, rare models, iconic classics and unexpected discoveries make up a catalogue designed for every enthusiast. Beyond the bidding itself, the auction is a journey through the decades, where every automobile tells its own story through its owners, achievements and legacy.

<h2>The Republican Guard Band: Elegance Before the Roar of the Engines</h2>

Before the racing begins, tradition takes centre stage. The Band of the French Republican Guard officially opens Le Mans Classic Legend with the ceremonial splendour that accompanies great occasions. Brass instruments echo around the circuit, inviting visitors into a timeless moment where national heritage and automotive heritage become one.

<h2>The Arcade Zone: Relive the Thrill of Another Era</h2>

Long before ultra-realistic gaming consoles, there were arcade machines.

Located in Village 1 opposite the Courbe restaurant, the Arcade Zone takes visitors back to the golden age of video games. Pinball machines, CRT screens and iconic arcade classics awaken memories that can be just as powerful as those of a first motor race.

It&#39;s an experience where younger visitors discover a world already familiar to their parents and grandparents.

<h2>A Funfair for the Whole Family</h2>

Le Mans Classic Legend is also a celebration for everyone. Located close to the concert stage, the funfair offers a light-hearted break between automotive discoveries. Rides, fairground games and a timeless atmosphere remind visitors that great events are enjoyed just as much with family as with fellow enthusiasts.

After all, the best memories are often the ones we create together.

<h2>Legendary Cars from the Silver Screen</h2>

Some cars have become immortal without ever winning a race.

This exhibition brings together some of the most famous automobiles from cinema and television. The Back to the Future DeLorean, Eleanor from Gone in 60 Seconds, the stars of Taxi, Fast &amp; Furious and The A-Team all illustrate the unique place the automobile holds in our collective imagination.

These are cars that tell the story not only of popular culture, but also of the history of cinema itself.

<h2>Le Mans Classic Legend: An Experience to Remember</h2>

Le Mans Classic Legend is an event where the automobile transcends its primary purpose to become memory, heritage and emotion. Every exhibition, concert, film screening and encounter contributes to telling a shared story&mdash;a passion that spans generations.

For four unforgettable days, the 24 Hours of Le Mans circuit becomes far more than a race track. It becomes a world where visitors come not only to admire extraordinary cars, but to enjoy a truly cultural and human experience. An invitation to slow down, reflect, share&hellip; and together write the next chapter in this remarkable story.

Book your tickets for Le Mans Classic Legend through <a href="https://www.lemansclassic.com/en/ticketing/" target="_blank">the event&#39;s official ticket office</a>.

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The third round of the 2026 European Le Mans Series, the 4 Hours of Imola promises exciting confrontations on one of Europe’s most emblematic circuits. The pecking order remains tight as the full 47-car grid, including several 24 Hours of Le Mans winners, prepares for the championship’s Italian fixture.

Having begun the season in Barcelona, then Le Castellet, the European Le Mans Series heads to the Imola circuit in Italy, where every turn is a piece of motorsport history. This Sunday, 5 July, the 47 cars and 139 drivers representing 29 nations will set off for four hours of fiercely intense racing. Fascinating battles are on the cards in all four classes &ndash; LMP2, LMP2 Pro/Am, LMP3 and LMGT3. The season hangs on a few tactical decisions. The 4 Hours of Imola is another milestone on the road that leads to the 2027 24 Hours of Le Mans (9&ndash;13 June 2027).

&gt;&gt;&gt; <a href="https://www.fiawec.com/umbrella_media/2026-elms-4-hours-of-imola-entry-list-v1-6a3b89b81475f377502179.pdf">Entry list for the 4 Hours of Imola</a> &lt;&lt;&lt;

<h2>Everything still to play for</h2>

Two races in, and the battle lines have been drawn. However no team is head and shoulders above the rest. Armed with third place in Barcelona and a victory at Le Castellet, United Autosports goes to Italy as leader of the classification tables.

Inter Europol Competition is just behind. The Polish team is only three points down, and the #43 Oreca 07-Gibson is fresh from <a href="https://www.24h-lemans.com/en/news/2026-24-hours-of-le-mans-a-historic-one-two-finish-in-lmp2-for-inter-europol-competition-60822">an LMP2 class win at the 24 Hours of Le Mans</a>. The trio composed of Jakub Smiechowski, Tom Dillmann and Nick Yelloly head to Imola resolved to chalk up another win.

European Le Mans Series title-holder Forestier Racing by Panis rounds off the top three. Having started with a win, the French team lost momentum after retirement at Le Castellet. That said, Esteban Masson, Oliver Gray and Louis Rousset will be boosted with the memory of a successful Imola weekend last year, when Gray and Masson made a significant contribution to the championship campaign.

<h2>High stakes in every class</h2>

The jousting is not only for the overall win. In LMP2 Pro/Am, Duqueine Team leads the pack thanks to two podiums, including a win from pole position. Doriane Pin, Richard Vershoor and Italian driver Giorgio Roda have five points in hand over AF Corse going into round 3. The Italian crew of Ferrari Hypercar works driver Antonio Fuoco, Fran&ccedil;ois Perrodo and Matthieu Vaxiviere will be racing before a home crowd.

In LMP3 Inter Europol Competition is in first place thanks to excellent driving from Alex Bukhantsov, Chun Ting Chou and Henry Cubides Olarte. Their success at Le Castellet places them nine points ahead of Rinaldi Racing, who will be bent on reiterating their opening round victory.

Competition will be equally fraught in LMGT3. The 14-car field is the largest on the grid, and includes six major manufacturers: Ferrari, Aston Martin, Corvette, McLaren, Mercedes-AMG and Porsche. Top of the championship tables for the moment, Kessel Racing and the #57 Ferrari 296 LMGT3 Evo of Takeshi Kimura, Mathys Jaubert and Daniel Serra will be all out to retain their nine-point lead over Proton Competition.

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<h2>Watch the 4 Hours of Imola live</h2>

The European Le Mans Series is one of the most prestigious 24 Hours of Le Mans feeder series. Season after season, teams and drivers build up experience before facing the challenge of the world&rsquo;s greatest endurance race.

The 4 Hours of Imola will be streamed live on&nbsp;<a href="https://plus.fiawec.com/en/european-le-mans-series" target="_blank">FIAWEC+</a>, the official ELMS channel. With a FIAWEC+ account, fans can watch the whole race, access replays and highlights.

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