WEC renews with Circuit de Spa Francorchamps for 4 years
event, the 24 Hours of Le Mans. Talks between the iconic Belgian circuit and the WEC have been ongoing since the 2019 event in early May. The successful renewal of the contract coincides with the announcement that the WEC’s 2020 Belgian round will be... as much stability in our schedule as possible and we are really delighted that both the WEC and European Le Mans Series will be returning to Spa for another four years. “Providing our competitors and fans with the opportunity to visit top class
CIRCUIT TRANSFORMATION: ICONIC VENUE REVVING UP FOR FIM EWC COMEBACK WITH 24H SPA EWC MOTOS
*Packed programme of activities in store for fans as tickets go on sale A track as legendary as it is demanding is revving up to host high-speed day and night action from the FIM Endurance World Championship from 2-5 June with the return of... both the Fédération Internationale deMotocyclisme (FIM) and Fédération Motocycliste de Belgique (FMB). Central to the changes, which have been ratified by the Fédération Internationale de l’Autombile (FIA) in line with car racing requirements, are
Circuit de Spa Francorchamps and Dreamwall: on the AR track with DreamSports AR Track
The new technology consists of inserting virtual elements, using augmented reality, into live images taken during the races. The partnership began with a POC (Proof of Concept) at last season's ELMS - 4 Hours of Spa-Francorchamps. In view of the... projects. It is in this ecosystemic logic that a partnership has been forged with Dreamwall, a Walloon company with internationally recognized expertise in the field of virtual technologies. This new product - DreamSports AR Track - is also in line with
World E-Bike Series announces multiple-year agreement with the Circuit of Spa-Francorchamps
announce a multiple-year agreement with a world-famous venue like the Circuit of Spa-Francorchamps. This partnership confirms WES format flexibility. We can design racetracks in many different venues, and these keep being challenging for the riders and entertaining for the public. To hold a WES event in such an iconic circuit will once again represent an opportunity for WES and the Local Promoter to spread the word of the electric transition with an innovative discipline that increases the circuit
Formula 1 announces multi-year extension with the Belgian Grand Prix
Formula 1 has agreed a multi-year extension with the Belgian Grand Prix that will see the sport race at the iconic Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps in four of the next six years. The extension, which includes Grands Prix in the 2026, 2027, 2029 and 2031... place on 25-27 July and will see the return of the F1 Sprint to the track, providing fans with even more great racing entertainment across all three days of the race weekend. Stefano Domenicali, President and CEO of Formula 1, said: “The Belgian
CrowdStrike 24 Hours of Spa set for record-breaking grid with 72 cars confirmed for 2023 edition
• Outstanding entry list features eight world-renowned automotive brands • Unmissable sporting contest in store with competitive grids in all five classes • Teams from across the globe take up the challenge of 29 June – 2 July event The CrowdStrike 24 Hours of Spa will launch its new era in style this summer with an astonishing 72-car field set to contest the event's 2023 edition (29 June – 2 July). The entry list comprises machinery from eight world-renowned automotive brands and brings
Renovation work on the Circuit's infrastructure have started
The renovation works of the Circuit infrastructures to be carried out within the more general framework of the investments announced last year for the return of motorcycle endurance on the track in 2022 with the 24H SPA MOTOS of the FIM EWC World Championship have started. The paddocks are also entitled to their facelift with a renovation of the red Paddock area, part of which goes down one floor for a better configuration of the site! ☺
Total 24 Hours of Spa Update
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 staged on its traditional date. However, the safety of our fans and competitors is of the highest importance. What's more, a new date is being finalised with the circuit and will be announced as soon as possible. The same level of dedication will now
RACE SUPPORT: BeNeLux Trophy, nearly 40 riders will comes to tame Spa-Francorchamps
BeNeLux Trophy and fight for each point. Mainly Belgium-Netherlands duels Belgian Yan Ancia (2019-2020-2022) is the most successful with three SBK final victories, followed by his compatriots Sander Claessen (2018-2021) and Vincent Lonbois (2015-2016) with two titles each. Usually, the title fights are duels between Belgians and Dutch, with only one exception when Luxembourg’s Noah Lequeux won the SuperSport 600 title in 2020.In general, most titles go to Belgians in SBK and Dutch in SSP. Last year
14 manufacturers and record number of Hypercars headline 2024 FIA WEC entry list
class with AF Corse-entered Ferrari 499P; recent grand prix racer and current Mercedes Formula 1 reserve driver Mick Schumacher, who is set for an endurance racing switch with Alpine, and seven-time MotoGP champion turned GT racer Valentino Rossi, who is set for a season in the LMGT3 class with BMW. Since the Hypercar class was introduced in 2021, the WEC has grown immeasurably with the class reaching record numbers for the 2024 season. Nine manufacturers will compete in the Hypercar World
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.
No. 8 Toyota Hypercar tops afternoon test session
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 35 teams competing in this year’s WEC ample opportunity to test the car’s set-ups and for the drivers to get valuable seat-time before the season begins. Alpine Elf Matmut was second quickest in the Hypercar category this afternoon with the second
No. 8 Toyota Hypercar tops afternoon test session
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 35 teams competing in this year’s WEC ample opportunity to test the car’s set-ups and for the drivers to get valuable seat-time before the season begins. Alpine Elf Matmut was second quickest in the Hypercar category this afternoon with the second
No. 8 Toyota Hypercar tops afternoon test session
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 35 teams competing in this year’s WEC ample opportunity to test the car’s set-ups and for the drivers to get valuable seat-time before the season begins. Alpine Elf Matmut was second quickest in the Hypercar category this afternoon with the second
EWC Cares launches as FIM Sustainability week begins
EWC Cares launches as FIM Sustainability week begins, Discovery Sports Events, promoter of the FIM Endurance World Championship, is marking FIM Sustainability Week by launching EWC Cares. EWC Cares is fully aligned with the Fédération Internationale... 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
8 hours of endurance on the toboggan of the Ardennes.
may be more mistakes. But it will be good, less physical for the riders, but more difficult for the teams who will have to go very quickly in the refuelling.” A festive weekend, with many animations! To reinforce the festive atmosphere of this exceptional event, two concerts will be given during the weekend. A first concert, with Cherry & The Bomb will be scheduled on Friday after qualifying and one just after the finish on Saturday with Kill the Princess. The village and the stage will now be
CrowdStrike 24 Hours of Spa set for record-breaking edition
with entertainment and stalls of all kinds. Within this Fan Village, children have not been forgotten with the return of the Kids Zone. The Red Paddock, accessible to paddock ticket holders, will once again feature several exhibitions of exceptional...Since celebrating its centenary in 2024, the CrowdStrike 24 Hours of Spa has never felt so young and dynamic! The field for the 77th edition, which will take place from 25–29 June, is set to establish a new record, with 76 GT3s expected on the
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... sporting challenge faced by competitors. A number of support categories have been confirmed, with GT4 European Series, Lamborghini Super Trofeo and TCR Europe Series all set to tackle the 7km Ardennes circuit ahead of the 24 Hours. Revised dates for
FIRST PHASE OF WORK AT SPA-FRANCORCHAMPS GETS UNDERWAY
racetrack. In coordination with the FIM and FIA, Nathalie Maillet and her teams have managed a huge and amazing accomplishment: making Spa a circuit the FIM can homologate without taking away from the features that make this track truly unique, and... being funded by an €80 million investment plan over 10 years. The first step will be to revamp the track, with run-off areas being enlarged and gravel traps installed at five corners: La Source, Raidillon, Blanchimont, Les Combes and Stavelot. The
Retour du DTM à Spa-Francorchamps
its races at Spa-Francorchamps, at the Lausitzring, during both events at the Nürburgring, at Zolder and at Hockenheim. The series will be the core of the support package with further high-profile series to be added within the next weeks. Quotes... moteurs. » Communiqué de presse du DTM Intense racing guaranteed: 2020 DTM season with ten events Back-to-back double events at the Nürburgring, Lausitzring and Zolder, return to Spa-Francorchamps An emotional highlight to start with: Norisring to host mid