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Zinedine Zidane, French professional football manager and former player, has been named as the official starter for the 92nd running of the 24 Hours of Le Mans on 15-16 June. The Automobile Club de l’Ouest (ACO) has selected the Zidane as the official race starter to signal the race beginning at 4pm local time on […]
The Automobile Club de l’Ouest (ACO) has chosen Zinedine Zidane as the official race starter for the 24 Hours of Le Mans, scheduled for 4pm local time on 15 June. Zidane, a decorated sports figure in football, has an impressive list of achievements including World Cup and European Championship wins, both as a player and coach, along with the Ballon d’Or in 1998. Last year’s centenary event was started by NBA star LeBron James, and this year, Zidane will kick off the race that will feature a record 62 entries in the FIA World Endurance Championship. Zidane expressed his excitement for the prestigious event, calling the 24 Hours of Le Mans iconic and expressing immense pride for France. ACO President Pierre Fillon thanked Zidane for accepting the role, recognizing his iconic status and the inspiration he brings to fans worldwide, making him a fitting starter for the historic race.
