The 93nd edition of 24H of Le Mans began with the presence of the starter Roger Federer, which succeeds Zinedine Zidane. One of the best tennis players and ambassador RolexThe Swiss said it was an honor to announce the departure to the 62 pilots.
24 Hours of Le Mans 2025: a spectator starting grid
From the pilots' parade, the popular fervor was palpable. 332 000 spectators converged on the Sarthe circuit, confirming the never-failing enthusiasm for this unique event. On the starting line, all fans could choose their Team: Ferrari, Toyota, Porsche, Peugeot , Alpine, Cadillac, BMWwithout forgetting Lamborghini for their first participation in Hypercar.
Once again, the Sarthe region vibrated to the rhythm of the most legendary of endurance races. Between unexpected comebacks, technological feats, and emotions on the surface, this 93rd edition of the 24 Hours of Le Mans lived up to all its promises. A look back at a timeless weekend.
An unforgettable VIP immersion: discovering the event
During this 2025 edition of the 24 Hours of Le Mans, we met with novices who had the chance to enjoy an exceptional immersive experience, at the heart of one of the most emblematic events in motorsport. Welcomed in very privileged conditions, to discover behind the scenes of the most beautiful race in the world.
Who says very privileged access, says obtaining a specific pass, called "the Gridwalk", this allows to visit the paddock, meet the drivers close to the working paddock, see the teams active in the technical areas, discover the structures of the partners and the boxes overlooking the straight line. Some can even go to the reception with a panoramic view of the straight line... and there, the eyes sparkle with wonder!
Some prefer to immerse themselves in the atmosphere of the site and wander through the circuit's fan zones. This year, they could go ziplining, test themselves on simulators, visit the funfair and view the track from the top of the Ferris wheel, or enjoy the concert artists.
Some were lucky enough to be able to fly over the circuit in a helicopter or take a shuttle to get another view of the track, either towards the Indianapolis bend or from the Hunaudières reception area, as close as possible to the action, and experience the race from unique perspectives.
Other privileged people can visit the backstage of the organization, go to the sports module, it's like the control tower of the circuit, the view is different, with access to the control room, the podium, or the trophy room, saying a quick "hello" to Bruno Vandestick in his commentary booth of the sports module.
Others in the circuit's TV production area heard: "Did you know?" The largest TV production ever made for a sporting event in France is located at Le Mans, and has been running for several years at the TV Camp. A system and production specially designed for the event, broadcast internationally in more than 60 countries, it's a colossal organization, orchestrated by the Automobile Club de l'Ouest teams and the production team.
The VDS Panis team, which brilliantly secured a second-place podium finish in its LMP2 class, opened its doors several times to guests and other teams to provide explanations on how it works. Paddock experts offered exclusive demonstrations of pit stops in real conditions, explained mechanical assistance during the race, and shared behind-the-scenes insights into the life of an endurance team.
Between the tension of competition, the adrenaline rush, and the precision of professionalism, guests experienced a unique experience, blending sport and storytelling. This VIP activation will be remembered as a model of premium engagement within a legendary event.
On the track, the battle between Ferrari and Porsche in the premier class remains in the memories of a sporting duel worthy of the fans, and keeps spectators on the edge of their seats for the upcoming World Endurance Championship season.
Ferrari won the 93rd edition of the 24 Hours of Le Mans, the fourth round of the 2025 FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC). The 499P further cemented its status as the queen of the Le Mans classic. The victory was achieved in front of 332 spectators, a record attendance for the event.
Top 5 in the general ranking
1.Ferrari 499P #83 AF Corse – Robert Kubica / Yifei Ye / Philip Hanson
2.Porsche 963 #6 Porsche Penske Motorsport – Kévin Estre / Laurens Vanthoor / Matt Campbell
3. Ferrari 499P #50 Ferrari-AF Corse – Antonio Fuoco / Nicklas Nielsen / Miguel Molina
The winners of the other categories
LMP2: Oreca 07-Gibson #43 Inter Europol Competition – Jakub Smiechowski / Tom Dillmann / Nick Yelloly
LMGT3: Porsche 911 GT3 R LMGT3 #92 Manthey 1ST Phorm – Ryan Hardwick / Riccardo Pera / Richard Lietz
See you in 2026 for the 94th edition of the 24 Hours of Le Mans, on June 14 and 15, and the circuit will change colors and cars with the arrival of its event Le Mans Classic, from July 3 to 6.
Stephanie Grasteau
For Luxe Infinity Magazine
Photo credits @aco
