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- GT World Challenge kicks off in France on 10–12 April
- Seven races on the schedule, including a six-hour night race on Saturday
- Fan Zone, supercars and plenty of extra entertainment for spectators
GT World Challenge powered by AWS is coming to Circuit Paul Ricard. For the third year running, the French venue will have the honour of hosting the season-opening round of the world's biggest GT series on 10–12 April. The highlight of the two days of competition will be a six-hour race on Saturday 11 April, culminating in a spectacular finish at midnight.
The benchmark in global GT racing, GT World Challenge powered by AWS boasts a grid of around 60 GT3 cars representing 10 prestigious brands: Aston Martin, Audi, BMW, Corvette, Ferrari, Ford, Lamborghini, McLaren, Mercedes-AMG and Porsche. Between the start at 18:00 and the finish at midnight, the sunset and fireworks will be two significant highlights. But it is the race as a whole that guarantees a truly exceptional spectacle, with the best teams and GT drivers in the world competing on this legendary circuit.
The thousands of fans expected to attend will enjoy wall-to-wall entertainment thanks to non-stop action on the track throughout Saturday and Sunday. In addition to the six-hour enduro, three other series will each contest two races: the GT4 European Series, Lamborghini Super Trofeo, and the major new addition for 2026, the GT3 Revival Series. To mark the 20th anniversary of the GT3 category, this will offer a unique glimpse into the past with cars that made their mark between 2006 and 2013.
Away from the circuit, the public will also be spoilt for choice. First off, they can take advantage of the GT World paddock being open and accessible to all. With Pit Walks, Grid Walks and autograph sessions also on offer, spectators can get up close and personal with the drivers and cars.
Featuring a DJ stage, stalls, a photo booth, bars, food trucks and a giant screen, the Fan Zone set in the heart of the paddock will be another must-see attraction. The atmosphere promises to be especially electric on Saturday evening.
Spectators can also enjoy the supercar exhibition. Many prestigious brands will be represented, so there will be something for everyone, but don't miss the special Lamborghini corner. To celebrate 30 years of the Lamborghini Super Trofeo, the past three decades of the Sant'Agata Bolognese brand will be honoured with around 15 models. In a superb line-up ranging from the 400 GT to the Revuelto, you'll find the Diablo, Aventador, Countach, Urus, Murcielago, Miura, Gallardo, Huracán, Temerario and more. It’s also worth mentioning the presence of tuner Ravage, which transforms Alpine A110s with even more spectacular bodywork.
Among the other activities on offer, Circuit Paul Ricard will open its kart track and Xtrem Park, which includes quad biking, simulators, mini golf and a restaurant.
This exceptional event is accessible at a very affordable price – especially for children under 12, who can attend for free. Access to the paddocks and most of the activities are included in the general admission ticket (€35 for the weekend, €25 for Saturday only, €20 for Sunday only). The Grid Walk option, which allows you to visit the starting grids just before the races, costs £35.
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