Le Mans, France – June 14, 2025
This weekend, the world’s greatest endurance race roars back to life as the 93rd edition of the 24 Hours of Le Mans unfolds at the legendary Circuit de la Sarthe. Set against the backdrop of historic glory and cutting-edge innovation, 62 cars across three categories—Hypercar, LMP2, and LMGT3—will compete for one of motorsport’s most coveted victories.
A Battle of Giants in Hypercar Class
The spotlight is firmly on the Hypercar category, where no fewer than eight manufacturers are in the hunt for glory. Reigning champions Ferrari return with their powerful 499P, hoping to seal a historic third straight win. Not to be outdone, Toyota Gazoo Racing enters with renewed firepower, their GR010 HYBRID setting the fastest lap during the official test day at 3:26.246, reaching speeds over 340 km/h.
BMW, Porsche, Peugeot, Alpine, and Cadillac also return with strong lineups. New to the field is Aston Martin, making its much-anticipated debut with the Valkyrie AMR-LMH. However, early signs show they may struggle to match the pace of the seasoned contenders, lagging several seconds behind in testing.
Balance of Performance: Friend or Foe?
As always, the Balance of Performance (BoP) regulations play a significant role in equalizing the field. Ferrari saw slight power reductions, while Toyota remains at a weight disadvantage but gains in power. BMW and Porsche may benefit from revised algorithms that tweak performance at high speeds, potentially making them dark horses in the fight.
LMP2 and LMGT3: The Backbone of Le Mans
In LMP2, the racing is expected to be as fierce as ever. All 17 entries are based on the trusted ORECA 07 chassis, with standout drivers such as Antonio Félix da Costa bringing F1-level skills to the grid.
LMGT3, making its debut at Le Mans this year, features 24 entries from iconic marques like Ferrari, BMW, Corvette, Mercedes-AMG, Ford, and McLaren. With equalized specs and new tire strategies, expect close racing and surprise results.
Star Power on the Grid
Le Mans 2025 is rich in talent. Former F1 drivers like Jenson Button, Robert Kubica, Kevin Magnussen, Mick Schumacher, and Romain Grosjean will line up, adding global attention to the event. Spanish drivers Miguel Molina and Álex Riberas also take center stage, with national hopes resting on their shoulders.
In a symbol of international glamour meeting endurance spirit, tennis legend Roger Federer will wave the French flag to officially start the race.
How to Watch
Fans around the world can catch the full 24-hour spectacle through various platforms:
- Discovery+ (free with sign-up)
- Eurosport, TNT Sports, and FIA WEC TV (premium streams)
- Local channels such as L’Équipe in France
As the sun sets and rises over Le Mans, the race will once again test the limits of speed, durability, and human will. While Ferrari and Toyota are tipped to dominate, don’t count out Porsche, BMW, or even a surprise from Cadillac. For Aston Martin, this year is all about learning and laying the foundation.
Whether you’re in the grandstands, in the paddock, or watching from home, Le Mans 2025 promises 24 hours of emotion, engineering, and endurance at its absolute peak.
