Swiss tennis legend Roger Federer will serve as the official starter for the highly anticipated 24 Hours of Le Mans sportscar race. Save the date for June 14—don’t miss it! The world’s most prestigious endurance event will start at 4 p.m. sharp on Saturday afternoon, June 15, at the Sarthe circuit located in north-west France. As the spirit of professionalism and sportsmanship, Federer is poised to draw tremendous focus onto this legendary Grand Slam.
During the Opening Ceremony of the 93rd running of the 24 Hours of Le Mans, Federer will wave the flag to start the race. This highly coveted event will challenge the stamina and talent of each and every contestant. Celebrated for its rich tradition, this race draws racers and spectators from all over the globe. Federer’s involvement speaks to the deep intersection of different sports and the universal appeal of competitive spirit.
A Notable Tradition
The history of having a big name to kick off the race day continues! This year, Federer has the same role as Zinedine Zidane did last year. Joining the race will be four-time race winner Sebastien Buemi. Buemi, who comes from Switzerland, was the 2022 champion with Toyota. He has made a name for himself as a major piece to the puzzle in endurance racing.
Pierre Fillon, President of the Automobile Club de l’Ouest was thrilled at the idea of Federer joining. He stated,
“It will be a tremendous privilege to welcome Roger Federer as the official starter of the 24 Hours of Le Mans. His influence extends far beyond tennis.”
Given Federer’s prominence in the world of sport, he will be a uniquely powerful choice for this pivotal role. His participation will only make the race’s profile more exciting.
A Unique Perspective
Roger Federer has shown interest in motorsports throughout his career and appreciates the dedication required for an event like the 24 Hours of Le Mans. He remarked,
“I’ve always been fascinated by the commitment, precision and resilience it (the race) demands.”
His appreciation of these lessons are a product of his own time spent in the world of professional tennis, where focus and grit are just as important as specificity.
Recent Champions
Few events in the world match the distinguished record of the 24 Hours of Le Mans, truly made famous by back-to-back wins from Ferrari in recent years. Both Neel Jani and Marcel Fassler have given this race a huge scare. In fact, they achieved the same kind of victories during 2011, 2012 and 2014. As this year’s event approaches, anticipation builds around who will rise to take the title in the endurance race that has captivated fans since its inception.
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