Calado, Pier Guidi and Giovinazzi win the 6 Hours of Imola
On 21 April 2024, James Calado, Alessandro Pier Guidi and Antonio Giovinazzi of the AF Corse Ferrari team took victory in the 6 Hours race in Imola, Italy. The competition is part of the FIA World Endurance Championship.
2025 World Endurance Championship calendar revealed
The calendar for the 2025 FIA World Endurance Championship season was revealed during the 24 Hours of Le Mans on Friday. The calendar includes eight stages and a contract extension for the Imola circuit in Italy.
The 2025 season begins in Qatar
The 2025 season will begin in Qatar for the second consecutive year, following the successful debut of Qatar 1812KM this year. The Qatar prologue will take place on February 21 and 22, and the first stage of the championship, the 1812KM, will be held on February 28.
Imola renews the contract and will host the championship until 2028
For the second consecutive year, the historic circuit of Imola, in Emilia Romagna, will host a stage of the FIA World Endurance Championship. Imola has signed a contract to host the championship until 2028 and has committed to improving the paddock and garage facilities.
Petro Benvenuti, Director General of Formula Imola, expressed his satisfaction with the agreement, stating: “It is a great achievement to announce here in Le Mans the agreement with LMEM to keep the two races – WEC and ELMS – in Imola for the next four years. The collaboration and respect between Frédéric Lequien, Cédric Vilatte and ourselves have led to this significant result. We received fundamental support from the Municipality of Imola and, in particular, from the mayor Marco Panieri. The WEC is an event of great importance for the circuit and for the region, as demonstrated by the enthusiastic participation of many spectators who come to experience the ‘Spirit of Le Mans’ and enjoy the race in the Emilia-Romagna region.”
The 2025 calendar keeps the stages unchanged
The 2025 calendar remains unchanged from 2024, with the Imola 6-hour race followed by the Spa-Francorchamps 6-hour race on May 10.
The 24 Hours of Le Mans will take place in June 2025
The 93rd edition of the 24 Hours of Le Mans will take place on 14 and 15 June 2025. After this prestigious event, the FIA World Endurance Championship will continue with the 6-hour race in Sao Paulo on 13 July. The Lone Star Le Mans race will take place at the Circuit of the Americas, Austin, Texas on September 7, followed by the Fuji 6-Hour race on September 28. The season will conclude with the Bahrain 8 Hour Race on November 8th.
The WEC CEO emphasizes the importance of balancing interests
Frédéric Lequien, CEO of the FIA World Endurance Championship, said the 2025 calendar aims to consolidate and create a schedule that satisfies both teams and fans. Despite WEC’s rapid growth, Lequien stressed the importance of being humble and considering budgetary restrictions. By maintaining eight race stages, the WEC seeks to reach a broad audience. With events taking place in five different regions, the championship will continue to pursue this goal.
Imola will host the races until 2028
The WEC is pleased to announce that Imola has committed to hosting racing until at least 2028. The circuit and the city’s mayor, Marco Panieri, have been incredibly supportive. The first WEC race held in Imola this year was a huge success and organizers hope to replicate this achievement in 2025 and subsequent years.
The FIA president praises the growth of the WEC
Mohammed ben Sulayem, President of the FIA, expressed his satisfaction with the growth and popularity of the FIA World Endurance Championship in recent years. As a result, the championship has expanded its calendar, establishing an eight-stage schedule that offers both geographic diversity and world-class circuits. Confirmation of the same calendar for 2025 provides a solid foundation for the WEC’s continued growth.
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Formula 1 driver Lewis Hamilton took an impressive victory in the Monaco Grand Prix this Sunday. Hamilton, from the Mercedes team, led the race from the start and crossed the finish line ahead of his competitors. With this victory, Hamilton further cements his position as one of the greatest drivers in Formula 1 history.
The race in Monaco is known for its challenging course and Hamilton demonstrated his ability to master the circuit’s tight corners and narrow streets. He maintained a comfortable lead throughout the race and gave his opponents no chance.
With this victory, Hamilton extends his lead in the drivers’ championship. He now has a significant lead over his closest competitors and appears to be on his way to another world title.
In addition to his impressive performance on the track, Hamilton is also known for his activism off it. He has been a supporter of important social causes and has used his platform to promote equality and diversity. His influence goes beyond sports and he is considered a role model for many young people around the world.
The next race of the Formula 1 season will be the Canadian Grand Prix, which will take place next month. It will be interesting to see if Hamilton can maintain his dominant performance and continue to rack up victories.
With his victory in Monaco, Hamilton once again showed why he is one of the best drivers in the history of Formula 1. His skill, determination and commitment to excellence make him a formidable opponent and a true champion. The automotive world is eager to see what he does next.
