ELMS
The European Le Mans Series (previously known as the Le Mans Endurance Series, 2004-2006, and the Le Mans Series, 2007-2011) is the European endurance racing championship. This is where cars from the LMP2, LMP3 and LMGTE categories compete on some of Europe’s finest circuits including the Le Castellet, Imola, Hungaroring, Barcelona, Spa-Francorchamps and Portimäo.
The ELMS paddock is home to the kind of professionalism that is typical to high level endurance racing. The championship proposes an accessible family-oriented environment for teams, drivers and fans alike. It is the logical testing ground for teams with the ambition of going on to compete in the FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC). The LMP2 and LMGTE category champions and vice-champions, along with the LMP3 winner, are given the chance to race in the Le Mans 24 Hours, which adds extra spice to the competition in these categories.
The #29 Oreca 07-Gibson entered by Forestier Racing by Panis and driven by Louis Rousset, Oliver Gray and Esteban Masson claimed victory in the 2026 4 Hours of Imola, the third round of the European Le Mans Series. The French team secured its second win of the season, finishing ahead of United Autosports and Algarve...
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The 2027 European Le Mans Series calendar will feature the same six iconic European circuits, but with an earlier start for the season opener in Barcelona. The Prologue will take place on 8 and 9 March, with the 4 Hours of Barcelona Sunday 14 March, four weeks earlier than the 2026 race.
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The third round of the 2026 European Le Mans Series, the 4 Hours of Imola promises exciting confrontations on one of Europe’s most emblematic circuits. The pecking order remains tight as the full 47-car grid, including several 24 Hours of Le Mans winners, prepares for the championship’s Italian fixture.
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