Everything You Need to Know to Watch the 24h Le Mans 2024
The 101st edition of the 24h of Le Mans, the world’s most famous endurance race, is fast approaching. With Ferrari’s triumphant victory in 2023 and Valentino Rossi making his debut with BMW, this year’s event promises to be thrilling. Here’s your complete guide to watching the race, tailored for viewers in Europe and the Americas.
The Excitement Builds for the 24h Le Mans 2024
One year after the historic victory by the Ferrari #51 team of Pier Guidi, Giovinazzi, and Calado, the World Endurance Championship (WEC) returns to the legendary Circuit de la Sarthe in Le Mans. The 101st edition will feature 186 drivers and 62 cars across three categories: Hypercar, LMP2, and LMGT3. The spotlight will be on nine-time MotoGP World Champion Valentino Rossi as he makes his debut in this prestigious competition.
The Season So Far: Three Races, Three Winners
The fourth round of the championship is a crucial opportunity for Ferrari to claim victory after a controversial result at the 6 Hours of Spa-Francorchamps. An extended race duration due to a red flag incident denied Ferrari the chance to secure their first win of the season, which instead went to the Hertz Jota team. With Porsche Penske, Toyota, and Hertz Jota all having claimed victories in the previous rounds, the stage is set for an epic showdown at Le Mans.
Where and How to Watch the 24 Hours of Le Mans 2024
This year, unlike previous WEC races, Eurosport will provide complete and uninterrupted coverage of the entire event. Fans across Europe and the Americas have multiple options to catch all the action live. Below is the comprehensive schedule with the broadcast times adjusted for different time zones.
Wednesday, June 12
- 14:00-17:00 CEST (08:00-11:00 EDT, 09:00-12:00 ART) Free Practice 1 (live on Eurosport 2, Eurosport Player, fiawec.tv)
- 19:00-20:00 CEST (13:00-14:00 EDT, 14:00-15:00 ART) Qualifying Practice (live on Eurosport 1, Eurosport Player, fiawec.tv)
- 22:00-00:00 CEST (16:00-18:00 EDT, 17:00-19:00 ART) Free Practice 2 (live on Eurosport 1, Eurosport Player, fiawec.tv)
Thursday, June 13
- 15:00-18:00 CEST (09:00-12:00 EDT, 10:00-13:00 ART) Free Practice 3 (live on Eurosport 2, fiawec.tv)
- 20:00-21:00 CEST (14:00-15:00 EDT, 15:00-16:00 ART) Hyperpole (live on Eurosport 1, fiawec.tv, live written coverage on FormulaPassion.it)
- 22:00-23:00 CEST (16:00-17:00 EDT, 17:00-18:00 ART) Free Practice 4 (live on Eurosport Player, fiawec.tv)
Saturday, June 15
- 12:00-12:15 CEST (06:00-06:15 EDT, 07:00-07:15 ART) Warm Up (live on Eurosport 1, Eurosport Player, fiawec.tv)
- 16:00 CEST (10:00 EDT, 11:00 ART) Race Start (live on Eurosport 1, Eurosport Player, discovery+, fiawec.tv, live written coverage on FormulaPassion.it)
Sunday, June 16
- 16:00 CEST (10:00 EDT, 11:00 ART) Race Finish
- 16:10 CEST (10:10 EDT, 11:10 ART) Award Ceremonies
Conclusion
The 24 Hours of Le Mans 2024 is set to be an unforgettable event. With top-notch, uninterrupted coverage available through various channels, fans in Europe and the Americas can immerse themselves in every thrilling moment of this iconic race. Don’t miss out on the excitement—mark your calendars and prepare for a weekend of unparalleled motorsport action.
All times in the schedule have been checked and should be correct. If you have any additional requests or further adjustments, feel free to let me know!