FIRST PHASE OF WORK AT SPA-FRANCORCHAMPS GETS UNDERWAY
Slated to host the EWC 24H Spa Motos in June 2022, the Circuit of Spa-Francorchamps has launched the first phase of work to prepare for the return of international motorcycle racing. A total of €80 million has been set aside for the renovation work and infrastructure at the Belgian circuit. The EWC 24H Spa Motos – a new race announced in May 2019 – marks the return of top-level international racing to the legendary Spa-Francorchamps circuit. This new round of the FIM Endurance World
No. 8 Toyota Hypercar tops afternoon test session
No. 85 Iron Lynx Ferrari 488 GTE Evo made it out this afternoon following a collision at Blanchimont this morning. Now the teams will have tomorrow to prepare their cars ahead of the WEC season-opener – the TOTAL 6 Hours of Spa-Francorchamps – which...The final test session of the official FIA WEC Prologue at Spa-Francorchamps saw the No. 8 Toyota GR010 Hybrid Hypercar top the overall times with a lap of 2:04.669 posted by Sebastien Buemi. The Prologue is a two-day pre-season test which gives the
No. 8 Toyota Hypercar tops afternoon test session
No. 85 Iron Lynx Ferrari 488 GTE Evo made it out this afternoon following a collision at Blanchimont this morning. Now the teams will have tomorrow to prepare their cars ahead of the WEC season-opener – the TOTAL 6 Hours of Spa-Francorchamps – which...The final test session of the official FIA WEC Prologue at Spa-Francorchamps saw the No. 8 Toyota GR010 Hybrid Hypercar top the overall times with a lap of 2:04.669 posted by Sebastien Buemi. The Prologue is a two-day pre-season test which gives the
No. 8 Toyota Hypercar tops afternoon test session
No. 85 Iron Lynx Ferrari 488 GTE Evo made it out this afternoon following a collision at Blanchimont this morning. Now the teams will have tomorrow to prepare their cars ahead of the WEC season-opener – the TOTAL 6 Hours of Spa-Francorchamps – which...The final test session of the official FIA WEC Prologue at Spa-Francorchamps saw the No. 8 Toyota GR010 Hybrid Hypercar top the overall times with a lap of 2:04.669 posted by Sebastien Buemi. The Prologue is a two-day pre-season test which gives the
STRONG FIELD ANNOUNCED AS SPA MAKES WORLD RX DEBUT
The entry list for the Spa World RX of Benelux, round three of the FIA World Rallycross Championship on May 11-12 has been released by the FIA. 21 drivers will battle for glory at the world famous Spa-Francorchamps circuit, which includes the heralded Eau Rouge section of the Formula 1 track. 2016 Drivers’ Champion Mattias Ekstrom will return to the sport in the Audi S1 he used to win the Championship. He will drive for Team JC Raceteknik as team mate to Belgium’s Enzo Ide, who will make his
Total 24 Hours of Spa Update
SRO Belgium fully respects the decision announced today by the Belgian government to prohibit large gatherings in the country until 31 August due to the COVID-19 pandemic. While the 2020 Total 24 Hours of Spa was originally scheduled to take place on 23-26 July, the race will now move to a revised date later in the year in compliance with these guidelines. With so much hard work and passion already invested in the event's long-term preparation, it is naturally disappointing that it can not be
Retour du DTM à Spa-Francorchamps
requirements. This enables fans to respond to latest developments and use these vouchers accordingly. Vouchers remain valid until 31 December, 2021, and therefore also for races to be held next year. The voucher process will be handled from 4 June onwards... set up entirely new as a result of past and current restrictions due to the Covid-19 pandemic. The new DTM calendar gets underway with a true highlight: the unique Norisring street circuit in Nuremberg will be hosting the season opener mid-July. There
WEC renews with Circuit de Spa Francorchamps for 4 years
demonstrates the excellent collaboration between the ACO and Le Mans Endurance Management, organiser of these two key events in our calendar. I would also like to thank the management of these organisations for their confidence in the Circuit de Spa... circuits and facilities such as Spa is crucial to us, and of course it is one of the drivers’ favourite places to race at, with so much history and drama. We have witnessed some incredible WEC events there, although we hope we won’t have any snow in 2020
8 sessions for each competitor and runs exclusively reserved for sidecars
their heart out for many weeks, and who will once again be able to have fun on the asphalt lane, which is known to be the most beautiful one in the world. "Participants in this 2020 edition of Bikers'Classics will not regret the trip, because during the...% passion and nostalgia between competitors, each and every one of them sharing the same passion ... " The classic motorcycles will be classified by age category and DG Sport has also responded to the request from the sidecar owners, who will be offered
Portimão and Spa WEC rounds to be held behind closed doors
competitors, partners and spectators remains the number one priority for the WEC. Fans will of course be able to follow the race from the safety of their own home and a limited number of media will be accepted to cover the events. WEC CEO Frédéric Lequien commented: “Given the ongoing constraints of COVID-19 and following local advice in both Portugal and in Belgium, we have decided to hold our first two races of the season behind closed doors. Unfortunately, there are too many concerns that
Belgian FIA WEC round presented to media at special press conference in Liège
-based Team WRT driving the BMW M Hybrid V8. Vanthoor’s team manager Vincent Vosse was also there to speak with the media about BMW WRT’s programme this year in both Hypercar and LMGT3. Tom Van Rompuy was the other home driver present today in Liege... that the TotalEnergies 6 Hours of Spa-Francorchamps will be a huge success. This is all thanks to the presence of 14 manufacturers, the beauty of the cas and the format of the race. There will also be excellent support races and ample entertainment
CIRCUIT TRANSFORMATION: ICONIC VENUE REVVING UP FOR FIM EWC COMEBACK WITH 24H SPA EWC MOTOS
said: “We are delighted to welcome the FIM EWC, an internationally renowned championship, to Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps. I would like to thank our partner François Ribeiro from Discovery Sports Events of course, but also FIM and FMB for their... entertainment. On track with the 24H SPA EWC Motos but also the three support series that will complete the programme: the 4 Hours of Spa Classic, the FIM Sidecar World Championship and finally the International Bridgestone Handy Race. Around the track there
Total 24 Hours of Spa poised for unique autumn edition on 22-25 October
they tackle the Total 24 Hours of Spa on 22-25 October. The marquee round of GT World Challenge Europe Powered by AWS and Intercontinental GT Challenge Powered by Pirelli was originally scheduled to run on 23-26 July. However, with large gatherings.... Spa-Francorchamps is famous for its setting amid the Ardennes, a vast and rolling forest that changes with the seasons. This year’s race will therefore be visually different from the norm, the backdrop and lighting changing to match the time of year
Forty Car Grid for Spa As Race for ELMS Titles Hots Up
Andrea Pizzitola are also leading the drivers’ championship, with their teammate Jean-Eric Vergne twelve points behind, after he missed the opening race of the season at Le Castellet. G-Drive Racing have won the last three ELMS races and won the LMP2... and the all French driver line up need to win in Belgium and hope the no26 crew fail to score many points. G-Drive just need to be at least 27 points ahead of their nearest rivals after the 4 Hours of Spa-Francorchamps to be declared 2018 champions
Collectors invited to contribute to 100th anniversary exhibition at 2024 CrowdStrike 24 Hours of Spa
objects,” continues Laurent Gaudin. “I can therefore assure collectors that we will take the greatest care with the personal treasures that they entrust to us for this completely new temporary exhibition. "It will be the fruit of this common passion... public, collectors will be privileged guests at the CrowdStrike 24 Hours of Spa and we are planning different ways to thank them, including allowing them to expand their collection with exclusive items such as autographed posters and miniatures." Do
EWC Cares launches as FIM Sustainability week begins
period between now and 2025 and is focused on meeting the following objectives: ISO 20121 compliance: In 2023 Discovery Sports Events will aim to obtain ISO 20121 certification to ensure all EWC events are managed with sustainability at their heart... Championship when several activities are being highlighted. They include the use of electric vehicles, tree planting and the support of an educational development project in Burkina Faso through with the non-governmental organisation Ekhoes initiative
Our Provisional agenda is online
Our provisional agenda is online here Check our website to keep up to date with our activities. The Circuit of Spa-Francorchamps is temporarily closed to the public. Only holders of previously-issued official accreditation have access to the Circuit. We wish to thank all our customers, organisers, team, fans, visitors and all the teams participating in our activities for their understanding and support.
STATEMENT FROM SRO MOTORSPORTS GROUP, RACB AND CIRCUIT OF SPA-FRANCORCHAMPS
STATEMENT FROM SRO MOTORSPORTS GROUP, RACB AND CIRCUIT OF SPA-FRANCORCHAMPS This morning, during the Lamborghini Super Trofeo support race ahead of the Total 24 Hours of Spa, a vehicle left the track at marshal post 12. Four marshals and one driver were injured in the incident. All were immediately attended by the circuit medical staff. One marshall and the driver have been transferred to hospital for medical checks. However, their injuries are not life-threatening. Following a delay of 1 hour
FIA ANNOUNCES DECISION TO DEFER ELECTRIC SWITCH TO 2022
organisation on an all-inclusive arrive and drive format. "While together with the FIA, teams and partners we are committed to an electric future for rallycross, we believe it is prudent to focus on health and well-being during these challenging and uncertain...The FIA has announced its decision to postpone the electrification implementation plan for 2021 by one year, due to the economic challenges presented by the COVID-19 pandemic. The FIA has announced its decision to postpone the electrification
Racing amongst history and legend: WES UCI E-MTB XC World Cup charges towards Spa-Francorchamps
Racing amongst history and legend: WES UCI E-MTB XC World Cup charges towards Spa-Francorchamps Joris Ryf and Nathalie Schneitter arrive as Reigning World Champions after shining in Scotland Monaco (P.ty), Tuesday 22 August 2023 - The upcoming event of the 2023 WES UCI E-MTB XC World Cup season is set to take place in Belgium next 29-30 August at the iconic Spa-Francorchamps circuit, renowned for hosting Formula 1, it will now welcome electric mountain bikes for a rousing race. Spa
