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Ferrari Challenge will kick off its 2024 season in North America at the Circuit of the Americas, where the Ferrari 296 Challenge will make its world-wide racing debut. The first round of the seaso…
The 2024 Ferrari Challenge season will begin in North America at the Circuit of the Americas, featuring the debut of the Ferrari 296 Challenge. This season’s opener is highly anticipated due to the new car’s premiere and a record entry count of over 80 racing cars across various categories. The 296 Challenge, revealed at last year’s Finali Mondiali, is the championship’s ninth addition and represents a significant advancement in terms of performance and consistency compared to its predecessors.
Drivers at the Circuit of the Americas have praised the 296 Challenge for its enhanced downforce and braking performance, particularly in sections like the long esses and big braking zones. The circuit’s 3.426-mile layout with 20 turns has been a staple on the Ferrari Challenge calendar since 2012, providing a mix of technical corners and high-speed straights that challenge both cars and drivers. This year marks the 10th Challenge race at the iconic track.
The event at the Circuit of the Americas sets a new participation record for Ferrari Challenge in North America, with 54 entries for the 296 Challenge and 27 for the 488 Challenge Evo, totaling 81 racing entries. Additionally, the Club Challenge will see over 30 entries for lapping sessions and 13 entries in the Club Competizio category, showcasing the growing popularity and competitiveness of Ferrari Challenge in the region.
