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Weekend Schedule
The grand finale of the season, a double-header, is set to commence on Friday, the 20th of October with the 4 Hours of Algarve. The excitement doesn’t end there though – motorsport fans will be treated to another thrilling race just two days later, on Sunday, the 22nd of October, when the 4 Hours of Portimão takes place.
These back-to-back races will certainly test the mettle and endurance of the teams and drivers. Like a grueling marathon followed by a sprint, this weekend promises to deliver high-octane action from beginning to end.
4 Hours of Algarve Schedule
| Session Name | Date |
|---|---|
| Free Practice 1 | 19 October 10:50am |
| Bronze Driver Collective Test | 19 October 05:20pm |
| Qualifying – LMGTE | 20 October 10:50am |
| Qualifying – LMP3 | 20 October 11:15am |
| Qualifying – LMP2 PRO/AM | 20 October 11:40am |
| Qualifying – LMP2 | 20 October 12:05pm |
| Race | 20 October 03:45pm |
4 Hours of Portimao Schedule
| Session | Date and Time |
|---|---|
| Free Practice 2 | 21 October 12:40pm |
| Qualifying – LMGTE | 21 October 06:20pm |
| Qualifying – LMP3 | 21 October 06:45pm |
| Qualifying – LMP2 PRO/AM | 21 October 07:10pm |
| Qualifying – LMP2 | 21 October 07:35pm |
| Race | 22 October 02:00pm |
41 cars entered
Despite a notable absence from the #23 United Autosports ORECA due to an injury sustained by Jim McGuire at Aragon, there are still 41 entries for the grand finale. This swelling grid showcases the robust competitive spirit of these teams and drivers who are all vying for glory on the track.
Each entry boasts a unique mix of talent behind the wheel. From seasoned pros to rising stars, every driver will be pushing their cars and themselves to the limit in these final rounds. Just as a symphony is incomplete without each individual instrument, so too is motorsport without its diverse roster of drivers and teams.
Who is still in the fight for an invitation to the 24h of Le Mans
As we approach this climactic finale, one question looms large: who will secure their place at Le Mans 2024? With a maximum of 52 points still up for grabs across various categories, nothing is set in stone. Five golden tickets to Le Mans are waiting at the finish line of this season’s European Le Mans Series.
1st LMP2 (invitation in LMP2)
2nd LMP2 (invitation in LMP2)
1st LMP2 Pro-Am (invitation in LMP2)
1st LMP3 (invitation in LMP2)
1st GTE (invitation in LMGT3)
LMP2 Championship :
- Algarve Pro Racing: 76 points
- Duqueine Team: 59 points
- Panis Racing: 56 points
- IDEC Sport: 55 points
- COOL Racing: 51 points
- United Autosports #22: 50 points
LMP2 Pro-Am Championship :
- Racing Team Turkey: 74 points
- AF Corse: 70 points
- COOL Racing: 58 points
- Nielsen Racing: 42 points
- United Autosports #21: 41 points
- Algarve Pro Racing: 28 points
- Proton Competition: 26 points
- DragonSpeed USA: 24 points
LMP3 Championship :
- COOL Racing: 91 points
- Inter Europol Competition: 45 points
- Racing Spirit of Léman: 44 points
- Eurointernational #11: 43 points
GTE Championship :
- Proton Competition #16: 61 points
- Iron Lynx: 61 points
- Kessel Racing: 53 points
- Proton Competition #77: 42 points
- Formula Racing: 40 points
- JMW Motorsport: 35 points
- Spirit of Race: 34 points
- AF Corse: 21 points
- Proton Competition #93: 20 points
- TF Sport #95: 19 points
- TF Sport #72: 16 points
Remember, in motorsport, it’s never over until the checkered flag drops. Each team and driver still has a shot at earning their place at Le Mans. So, grab your popcorn, fasten your seatbelts and prepare for an electrifying weekend of racing!
