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Le Mans 24 Hours Clashes with Barcelona F1 Race in WEC 2026 Calendar

Carl Harrison by Carl Harrison
June 13, 2025
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Le Mans 24 Hours Clashes with Barcelona F1 Race in WEC 2026 Calendar
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In a stunning turn of events, the World Endurance Championship (WEC) has dropped a bombshell by unveiling an unaltered calendar for the highly anticipated 2026 season. This decision has sparked controversy as the iconic Le Mans 24 Hours race finds itself in direct competition with the prestigious Barcelona Formula 1 Grand Prix.

Amidst the buzz, the Automobile Club de l’Quest announced during a press conference that the 2026 WEC calendar will consist of eight races, with no space for Silverstone in the lineup. The season will kick off in Qatar with an 1812km race on 28 March, slightly delayed from the previous year due to Ramadan. Imola will host the initial European leg, leading up to the renowned Spa event, a traditional precursor to the Le Mans spectacle on 13-14 June – coinciding with the Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix weekend.

Following Le Mans, the championship will venture to Brazil and Austin before concluding the season with races in Fuji and the grand finale in Bahrain on 7 November. WEC boss Frederic Lequien expressed excitement about the upcoming season, highlighting the unique challenges each circuit presents to drivers, cars, and teams.

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The exclusion of Silverstone from the WEC calendar comes as a blow after efforts to reintegrate the circuit into the European Le Mans Series. However, the decision to maintain a stable calendar reflects the series’ commitment to consistency and reliability, as emphasized by ACO President Pierre Fillon and FIA’s Endurance Commission president Richard Mille.

With the 2026 season maintaining eight races for the third consecutive year, the WEC aims to strike a balance between global exposure for manufacturers and cost-effective participation. The Hypercar class is expected to shine under this stability, fostering the growth of endurance racing on a global scale.

As the stage is set for another thrilling season of world-class endurance racing, fans and competitors alike eagerly anticipate the intense battles that await on tracks across the globe.

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