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The 2024 FIA World Endurance Championship begins its eight-race global tour with this weekend’s Qatar Airways Qatar 1218km (race begins 3am ET on Saturday, March 2). It’s set to be a must-see seaso…
The 2024 FIA World Endurance Championship kicks off this weekend in Qatar with the Qatar Airways Qatar 1218km race at 3am ET on Saturday, March 2. With 37 cars across two classes, including a record 19 cars in the Hypercar class, this season promises to be the most competitive in the championship’s history. Additionally, the 14 different manufacturers represented, including nine in the Hypercar class and nine in the new LMGT3 class, make this season a standout with a unprecedented variety. Brand-new Hypercars like the Alpine A424, Lamborghini SC63, and Isotta Fraschini’s return add excitement and dynamic competition to the field. The battle to challenge Toyota’s dominance in the Hypercar class is intensifying, with strong contenders like Ferrari, Cadillac, Peugeot, and Porsche aiming to dethrone the reigning champion. With a fresh look on the grid and increased competition, the 2024 FIA WEC season promises thrilling races and unpredictable outcomes for fans around the world.
