Team Qatar to make historic debut at 24 Hours of Le Mans with Iron Lynx

Doha, Qatar: Team Qatar is set to make history this June by participating for the first time ever in the 24 Hours of Le Mans, marking a milestone mome...

Doha, Qatar: Team Qatar is set to make history this June by participating for the first time ever in the 24 Hours of Le Mans, marking a milestone moment for Qatari motorsport on the global endurance racing stage.

Held annually at the iconic Circuit de la Sarthe, the 24-hour endurance race is regarded as one of the most prestigious and demanding events in world motorsport. The 2026 race will take place on June 13–14, bringing together leading manufacturers and elite teams from around the world.

Team Qatar will compete in partnership with the renowned Italian squad Iron Lynx for the 2026 edition, combining international endurance expertise with Qatar’s growing ambitions in global circuit racing.

First held in 1923, the 24 Hours of Le Mans is the world’s oldest active endurance race and forms part of the prestigious Triple Crown of Motorsport. Over the decades, it has become a symbol of technological innovation, reliability, and human endurance, attracting legendary manufacturers and drivers who have shaped the history of circuit racing. This participation reflects Qatar’s strategic expansion into top-tier international motorsport platforms and reinforces the nation’s commitment to competing at the highest levels across disciplines.

QMMF and LIC President Abdulrahman bin Abdulatif Al Mannai