Asian Le Mans Series Set for Exciting Weekend at Circuit Paul Ricard
Circuit Paul Ricard is primed for the upcoming Asian Le Mans Series (AsLMS) weekend, showcasing a strong entry of 46 cars across Hypercar, LMP2, and GT3 categories. Teams have already begun setup, offering a mix of veteran and fresh faces, all sporting eye-catching new liveries.
Hypercar Category
Ferrari’s two 499Ps stand out in unconventional blue schemes, marking a significant debut for these cars outside the confines of factory Pro drivers. Ferdinando Canizzo, Ferrari’s technical lead, is overseeing this crucial outing, assessing their performance.
LMP2 Division
Livery updates are prominent in the LMP2 category, most notably United Autosports’ #2 ORECA, adopting a chic white and blue theme, replacing the all-red design from the previous month. Inter Europol and Team Virage have also introduced vibrant new looks to their cars, enhancing the visual dynamics on the grid.
GT3 Class
The GT3 entry boasts significant variety and competitiveness this season. Noteworthy newcomers include the Ford Mustang GT3 Evo, fielded by the Haupt Racing Team, and the freshly introduced Lamborghini Temerario, represented by one-car teams such as Leipert Motorsports and Dfyne Racing. Dfyne’s group includes seasoned talents from the now-disbanded FFF Racing team.
Other notable entries include a single BMW M4 GT3 Evo by WRT, Aston Martin’s quartet featuring both familiar and new liveries, and a strong showing from Mercedes AMG with teams like GetSpeed and Petrolife Racing. The GT class is proving to be a highly contested battleground.
Upcoming Schedule
The event kicks off with open testing on Thursday, followed by practice and qualifying sessions on Friday. The first four-hour race is scheduled for Saturday afternoon, with a second race on Sunday. Live coverage of all events, including the introduction of the 2027 Asian Le Mans Cup, will be available on YouTube, featuring commentary from renowned motorsports figures.
As teams finalize their preparations, all eyes are set on what promises to be an exhilarating weekend of racing at Circuit Paul Ricard.
