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lunes, 22 de octubre de 2018


The second leg of the FIA WEC’s 2018 visit to the Far East sees a return for the seventh consecutive season to Shanghai International Circuit in China, on the outskirts of the country's biggest city and its global financial hub. 
And what a visit it promises to be! 
The 2018 edition of the 6 Hours of Shanghai on Sunday, 18th November will boast its biggest ever entry (list HERE). No fewer than 35 cars will take the start of the fifth round of the WEC Super Season, including the welcome addition of Corvette Racing who join the LMGTE Pro class for the second time this year. Many eyes, however, will be on the Chinese-entered Jackie Chan DC Racing entries among which is Sino-Dutch driver Ho-Pin Tung. 
The 5.451km (3.387mile), 16-turn track is technically challenging and known to be hard on tyre wear so strategy will be more important than ever in the fight for success. The championship is well and truly getting into its stride now, with teams and driver combinations settling into the rhythm of world-class endurance racing and all will be looking to consolidate their positions in the standings before the winter break. 
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Record entry for WEC visit to Shanghai

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jueves, 28 de junio de 2018



Hot on the heels of the world’s greatest endurance race, the 24 Hours of Le Mans, with all its many stars and amazing cars, tickets have now gone on sale for the 2019 TOTAL 6 Hours of Spa-Francorchamps. The great deals available now give fans a better chance to come and see these same stars on Belgium iconic Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps!
Round 7 of the FIA WEC Super Season, which takes place on Saturday 4 May, will once again serve as the dress rehearsal for Le Mans – the 2019 edition being the finale of the 2018-2019 season and championships will be at critical point. 
Will Fernando Alonso be on the point of winning his first World Endurance Championship title with Toyota Gazoo Racing? Will Jenson Button have taken his first victory for SMP Racing? Will local star Maxime Martin and Aston Martin Racing be challenging for the World GT Championship? 
Once again, as at all WEC races, there’s more to see, more to follow, more entertainment and more excitement. Open access to the paddocks, autograph sessions with the drivers and a full range of family entertainment available off track as well as nose-to-tail action and the sound of incredible cars echoing through the Ardennes forests, there is no excuse not to buy your ticket now. 
Tickets for the 2-4 May weekend are available as an Early Bird offer for the great value-for-money price of €41. On the gate prices will be €49 per person, with children under 12 entering free. To purchase tickets for this popular event for not only Belgian fans but for endurance enthusiasts from France, Germany, Netherlands and the UK, go to: www.ice-lux.com 

Ticketing opens for Total 6 Hours of Spa-Francorchamps 2019!

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miércoles, 26 de octubre de 2016

Following Audi’s announcement today about its withdrawal from endurance racing, the comments of Pierre Fillon, Président of the Automobile Club de l'Ouest and Gérard Neveu, CEO of the FIA World Endurance Championship are below: 
Pierre Fillon, President of the Automobile Club de l'Ouest : 

“It was with emotion that we all learned this morning about Audi’s decision to withdraw from endurance racing. Although prepared for this, we regret the departure of a major figure in endurance racing for a different adventure. Present at Le Mans since 1999, the German firm has written some of the finest and strongest pages in the history books for the 24 Hours of Le Mans and, more recently, the WEC. More than a competitor, the marque with the four rings has been a real contributor in recent years to the tremendous growth of endurance racing across the world. 
“To reduce costs for manufacturers is a major focus for the ACO, in partnership with the FIA. Furthermore, these two organisations have clearly set the course for the coming years: stay at the forefront of innovation while offering the best possible platform for new technologies in preparation for the cars of tomorrow. 
“Hybrid technology and electric motors are already part of our daily lives in endurance racing. The changes to the technical regulations towards hydrogen-electric power responds straight away to the energy requirements of this new era. 
“We salute the work carried out by the Audi Sport and Team Joest teams who have done a remarkable job, and a particular thought goes to my friend Wolfgang Ullrich. 
"One door closes and, at the same time, another one opens with the already-announced arrival of other manufacturers. 
"For all fans of endurance racing and motorsport enthusiasts, see you next week in Shanghai for the penultimate round of the FIA ​​WEC and in 2017 for the 24 Hours of Le Mans.” 
Gérard Neveu, CEO of the FIA World Endurance Championship: 
“We understand this decision, although obviously we regret the departure of a major player in the WEC. Audi has been involved in endurance racing for 15 years, and more particularly in the first five seasons of the FIA World Endurance Championship. 
“Today we spare a thought first for everyone at Audi Sport and at Team Joest. Drivers, engineers, mechanics and team members for whom this news is painful. We offer them our admiration and gratitude for their extraordinary sporting performances in the WEC since 2012. 
“The WEC is made up of a grid of 32 cars, 20 teams, with four categories and six manufacturers entered. In a week’s time, in Shanghai, Porsche and Toyota will be battling on track for the 2016 LMP1 world title, as Ferrari and Aston Martin will be for the GTE title. 
“One manufacturer is leaving, others will soon be arriving. This is the life of a championship.”

Official Statements from the ACO and FIA WEC regarding Audi's announcement on its withdrawal from endurance racing: 

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