2023 Le Mans 24 Hours: Starting Grid and Race Details

Event Overview

The prestigious 92nd edition of the Le Mans 24 Hours will take place on June 15-16, 2023. With 62 cars lining up for the iconic "Blue Riband," the race promises to be a thrilling spectacle for motorsport enthusiasts worldwide.

Starting Grid

The official starting grid has been released, providing fans with a glimpse of the competitive field. The race will feature a diverse range of vehicles from leading manufacturers, including Porsche, Ferrari, and Toyota.

Race Start and History

Traditionally, the 24 Hours of Le Mans has employed the legendary "Le Mans start," where drivers sprint across the track to their cars before the green flag. However, throughout the race's history, four different starting procedures have been utilized.

Le Mans Start

From the race's inception until 1962, cars lined up along the pit lane and drivers started by running to their vehicles. This dramatic and iconic start remains the most famous to this day.

2024 Starting Grid

The provisional starting grid for the 2024 24 Hours of Le Mans has already been announced, with the No. 6 Porsche of Kevin Estre, Andre Lottere, and Laurens Vanthoor leading the field.

Live Coverage

The race start and the entire 24 Hours of Le Mans 2023 will be broadcast live and uninterrupted on FIAWECtv, the official streaming platform of the FIA World Endurance Championship.