Nicolas Lapierre, who announced his retirement on Wednesday, October 2, experienced the joy of winning the Le Mans classic three times with the blue colors. Always returned to Alpine Despite a few infidelities (Toyota, COOL Racing), the Haute-Savoie native remembers those years when he helped to make the French anthem resonate in Sarthe.
Everything you need to know about the 24 hours of Le Mans:
The 24 Hours of Le Mans is a 24-hour automobile competition organized by the Automobile Club de l'Ouest and which generally takes place in mid-June. In existence since 1923, this motor sports event is one of the most prestigious in the world. It forms the honorary title of the Triple Crown with the title of Formula 1 world champion and the Indianapolis 500. The 24 Hours of Le Mans has been the flagship event of the World Endurance Championship (the FIA ​​WEC) since 2012. After a memorable Centenary edition, marked by the victory of Ferrari for its return to the premier category of Endurance , the 24 2024 Hours of Le Mans promise to be just as spectacular with the rise of the Hypercar and the arrival ofAlpine, BMW, and Lamborghini in Sarthe. Now absent from the WEC, the LM P2s will be faithful to the Le Mans meeting, just like the new LMHGT3 category, which replaced the GTE in 2024.
Which drivers and manufacturers to follow during the 24 2024 Hours of Le Mans?
The 24 2024 Hours of Le Mans mark the 92nd edition of the Sarthe event and will take place on the weekend of June 15 and 16.
When does the ticket office for the 24 hours of Le Mans 2024 open?
The ticket office for the 24 2024 Hours of Le Mans is already open and accessible on the official 24 Hours of Le Mans website with various offers on offer.
What are the different cars at the 24 Hours of Le Mans?
Three categories make up the field for the 24 2024 Hours of Le Mans: Hypercar, LM P2, LMGT3. The Hypercar category took over from LM P1 in 2021. GT3s replaced GTEs this year.
How do the 24 Hours of Le Mans work?
The 24 Hours of Le Mans begins a week before the race with two days of administrative and technical checks. The Test day follows on Sunday June 9. After the free practice sessions, the Hyperpole will take place on Thursday June 13. The Grand Parade of drivers for the 24 2024 Hours of Le Mans will be held on Friday June 14 in the streets of Le Mans. Finally, the start of the race will be given on Saturday June 15 at 16 p.m. for a duration of 24 hours. The drivers take turns at the wheel of their vehicle until the finish.
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