Zinedine Zidane, the renowned French football coach and former player, has been chosen as the official responsible for waving the French tricolor flag to start the 92nd edition of the 24 Hours of Le Mans. The Automobile Club de l’Ouest (ACO) appointed Zidane to wave the flag and kick off the race on June 15th at 4pm local time. Zidane, who achieved great success in the world of football, including winning the World Cup and the Champions League, expressed his excitement and pride in receiving this role. He described the 24 Hours of Le Mans as an iconic race that holds a special place in the hearts of motorsport enthusiasts around the world. ACO President Pierre Fillon expressed his gratitude to Zidane for accepting the position, acknowledging his status as an iconic sports figure whose talent has inspired countless fans. With an exceptional list of competitors, the 24 Hours of Le Mans promise to be another historic event.
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