P1racenews AI automatic summary:
What is the 24 Hours of Le Mans and when is the iconic 2025 race?
The 24 Hours of Le Mans is one of the most iconic races in all of motorsport, taking place in France at the Circuit de la Sarthe, with cars racing for a full 24 hours in teams of two or three drivers.
The race starts on Saturday at 4pm local time and ends at the same time on Sunday, with additional events like Hyperpole sessions on Wednesday and Thursday to set the top qualifiers.
The race features different categories like Hypercars, LMP2, and LMP3, each with their own specifications and requirements, with Hypercars being the top tier of endurance racing.
The Circuit de la Sarthe is 8.467 miles long with 38 turns, providing a challenging and intense track for drivers, where they are at full throttle for about 85% of the lap.
With 21 Hypercars, 17 LMP2s, and 24 LMP3s competing in this year’s Le Mans, it promises to be a thrilling and action-packed event for both drivers and fans alike.
