WEC Celebrates 100th Race – A Look Back at Significant Numbers
This weekend, the FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) marks its milestone 100th race at Fuji, prompting a retrospective look at some of the notable numbers that have shaped its history.
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The number 76 is synonymous with IMSA Performance Matmut, driven by Raymond Narac. In 2013, Narac finished third in GTE Am points, highlighted by a class victory at Le Mans with co-drivers Jean Karl Vernay and Christophe Bourret. This victory would be Vernay’s last WEC appearance until his return in 2024 with Isotta Fraschini’s Hypercar program.
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Proton Competition’s consistent presence in the WEC is reflected in the number 77, featuring across multiple entries and classes. It boasts a record of nine class wins, including two second-place finishes at Le Mans.
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Akkodis ASP’s Lexus RCF GT3, carrying number 78, achieved a historic pole position in WEC competition at Spa in 2025, marking a significant milestone for the brand.
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Sebring hosted its 79th WEC event in 2023, concluding its time in the championship. Future US races will now be held at Circuit of the Americas, reflecting promotional changes.
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The WEC mandates that on-track speeds during Virtual Safety Car and Full Course Yellow must not exceed 80 km/h, ensuring safety during racing.
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The TF Sport #81 Corvette Z06 GT3.R, driven by Tom van Rumpoy, secured the first-ever pole position for LMGT3 in Qatar during the 2023 season.
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BMW captured its first WEC podium with a second-place finish in the 2018-2019 season at Fuji, showcasing its competitive edge during the Super Season.
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Francois Perrodo, who drove with AF Corse across various seasons, amassed significant Wins: two Le Mans class wins and 11 WEC class victories, solidifying his legacy in the sport.
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The #84 number is crucial in WEC history, representing Frederic Sausset’s Garage 56 entry, which made history as the first entry to complete the 24 Hours of Le Mans featuring mobility-impaired drivers.
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The Iron Dames have made their mark in the WEC with the number 85, claiming their first pole position and podium at Monza in 2022, as well as earning the final GTE win at Bahrain in 2023.
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The number 86 was prominently held by Gulf Racing and later GR Racing, which transitioned to a Ferrari team while continuing to contend for honors in various racing series.
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Shortly after achieving a pole position, Akkodis ASP’s #87 won the Lexus brand’s first WEC race at Interlagos in 2025, marking a new chapter for the team.
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Proton Competition’s #88 has seen numerous successful campaigns in the WEC, securing three class podiums at Le Mans, showcasing its competitive consistency.
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Sebastian Buemi set a record by participating in 89 consecutive WEC events before missing a race due to commitments in Formula E, surpassing Christian Ried’s previous record.
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WEC race weekends typically feature up to 90 minutes of combined Free Practice sessions before the critical final practice.
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The Porsche #91 distinguished itself with significant wins, including the last GTE Pro victory at Le Mans and the inaugural LMGT3 win, underscoring Porsche’s competitive prowess.
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The #92 Manthey PureRxcing Porsche captured the inaugural LM GT3 title in 2024, achieving multiple race wins in its debut season.
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The 2025 Le Mans marked the 93rd running of the iconic endurance race, a testament to its longstanding tradition.
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Peugeot’s #94 achieved a notable fourth-place finish at Monza in 2022, marking the brand’s first points in WEC competition.
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Aston Martin’s #95 has a storied past, claiming multiple championships and wins, including the GTE Pro title. The car made history as the first McLaren to win in the LMGT3 class.
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Toyota’s margin over Rebellion in the 2019/20 manufacturers’ championship is recorded as the largest in WEC history, highlighting their dominance.
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Aston Martin’s #97 has been a staple in GTE, securing two Le Mans wins, solidifying its role in the championship.
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The number 98 is largely associated with driver Paul Dalla Lana, who secured 17 class wins in his tenure and the GTE Am Championship in 2017.
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With every overall race winner in WEC’s history equipped with Michelin tires, the tire company will celebrate its centenary at this weekend’s race.
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As WEC prepares for its pivotal 100th race at Fuji, the championship reflects on its storied past while looking towards a promising future.
This milestone event underlines not only the competition’s evolution but also the commitment of teams and drivers who have contributed to the WEC’s rich legacy.
