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Duke archive video: When the beasts from Group C raced down under

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Duke archive video: When the beasts from Group C raced down under
The Duke classic video selection this week takes us to the 1988 FIA World Sportscar Championship finale

WEC 2026 opener postponed due to Middle East conflict

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WEC 2026 opener postponed due to Middle East conflict

How latest Iran-US war is impacting F1 and WEC

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How latest Iran-US war is impacting F1 and WEC

Why Mikkel Jensen wants ‘to win Le Mans so bad’

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Why Mikkel Jensen wants ‘to win Le Mans so bad’

Le Mans 24 Hours 2026 entry list revealed with Hypercar field shrinking to 18 cars

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24 Hours of Le Mans
Le Mans 24 Hours 2026 entry list revealed with Hypercar field shrinking to 18 cars

Why Alpine's WEC exit isn't a body blow but a warning sign

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Why Alpine's WEC exit isn't a body blow but a warning sign
Alpine’s decision to leave the World Endurance Championship at the end of this year marks the third manufacturer to leave the Hypercar grid. While others are already lined up to take its place, the departure is more of a warning sign than a moment to panic

Alpine to end WEC Hypercar project after 2026

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Alpine to end WEC Hypercar project after 2026

Ford signs Sargeant among first WEC Hypercar drivers

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Ford signs Sargeant among first WEC Hypercar drivers

Rossi signs new BMW contract, returns to GT World Challenge

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Rossi signs new BMW contract, returns to GT World Challenge

McLaren signs Jensen for WEC 2027 Hypercar programme

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McLaren signs Jensen for WEC 2027 Hypercar programme

What we're most looking forward to in 2026

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What we're most looking forward to in 2026
The 2026 motorsport calendar is packed with big moments and events to look forward to – not to mention the talking points we can’t predict this far out. Our writers select what they are most excited about for the year ahead

Toyota reveals new-look WEC Hypercar amid wider revamp

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Toyota reveals new-look WEC Hypercar amid wider revamp

The threat the new Toyota GR and Mercedes GT3s pose to the category

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The threat the new Toyota GR and Mercedes GT3s pose to the category

Ranking the top 10 Hypercar drivers of the 2025 WEC

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Ranking the top 10 Hypercar drivers of the 2025 WEC

Why replacing Mercedes’ hugely successful GT3 car is such a challenge

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Why replacing Mercedes’ hugely successful GT3 car is such a challenge

Porsche's magic moments in the WEC

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Porsche's magic moments in the WEC
Porsche's time in the top level of the World Endurance Championship has come to an end – prematurely, many would say – as the 963 is withdrawn from the Hypercar class. Here's a dive into the German manufacturer's highlights during its time in the premier class of the WEC

WEC Hypercar and IMSA GTP: Who is introducing updates in 2026 and who isn't?

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WEC Hypercar and IMSA GTP: Who is introducing updates in 2026 and who isn't?

Autosport Top 50 of 2025: #40 Alessandro Pier Guidi

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Autosport Top 50 of 2025: #40 Alessandro Pier Guidi

Autosport Top 50 of 2025: #36 Nicklas Nielsen

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Autosport Top 50 of 2025: #36 Nicklas Nielsen

Autosport Top 50 of 2025: #33 Antonio Fuoco

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Autosport Top 50 of 2025: #33 Antonio Fuoco