Roger Federer to Kick Off the 2025 24 Hours of Le Mans in Grand Style

Roger Federer to Kick Off the 2025 24 Hours of Le Mans in Grand Style

Roger Federer to Kick Off the 2025 24 Hours of Le Mans in Grand Style

Today marks the beginning of one of the most iconic events in motorsport — the 2025 24 Hours of Le Mans. As the clock ticks toward 16:00 local time, anticipation is building for the 93rd running of this legendary endurance race. The roar of engines, the pulse of the crowd, and the thunder of competition all come to a head when world tennis icon Roger Federer waves the French flag to start the race. Yes, you read that right — Federer, the Grand Slam champion, is the official starter this year. That alone is enough to elevate the ceremony into something truly historic.

Before that adrenaline-fueled moment, fans are treated to a full day of high-octane excitement. Early risers were already thrilled by the Ford Mustang Challenge at 08:45, with naturally aspirated 500hp V8s thundering around the track in a race that was pure muscle and noise. Then came Race 2 of the Road to Le Mans series at 10:05 — the third round in the 2025 Michelin Le Mans Cup, featuring LMP3 and GT cars vying for victory.

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Around midday, teams took part in a brief but crucial Warm-Up session, their final chance to dial in setups and adapt to the weather. Between 13:35 and 15:50, fans were allowed onto the grid during the popular Gridwalk, and the official ceremony ramped up the spectacle. A helicopter delivered the French flag, “La Marseillaise” echoed across the venue, and the tension built to a crescendo. And then — at precisely 16:00 — Federer waved the tricolour, launching 62 cars into 24 hours of relentless racing.

But Le Mans isn’t just about the race. It's a cultural celebration. After dark, the party continues with concerts from DJ Loran, the legendary Kool & the Gang, and The Avener. Whether you’re a fan of “Celebration” or electronic dance vibes, there’s something for everyone. The night peaks with the 24 Hours of Le Mans Show at midnight — a 20-minute immersive experience packed with fireworks, drone displays, lasers, and theatrical storytelling under the theme "24H On Board." It’s a multisensory tribute to the drivers pushing themselves and their machines through fatigue, nightfall, and the unknown.

The 24 Hours Museum, Fan Zones, Hydrogen Village, and more are also open nearly all day — creating an unmatched festival atmosphere that blends cutting-edge technology with deep automotive heritage.

This year’s grid is stacked with manufacturers like Alpine, Aston Martin, BMW, Cadillac, Ferrari, Peugeot, Porsche, and Toyota, all battling for that singular honor: to hoist the Le Mans trophy. With the race being streamed live on the FIA WEC TV app, fans across the globe won’t miss a second of the action.

So here we are — engines primed, crowds roaring, and history ready to be written again. Le Mans 2025 is not just a race. It’s a moment, and it’s happening right now.

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