From October 16 to 18, the Autodromo Internazionale Enzo e Dino Ferrari will host the grand finale of the Le Mans Classic Series. After five races held at Europe’s most beautiful circuits, the 2026 season is set to reach its climax on one of motorsport’s most legendary tracks.
Built in 1953, the Autodromo Internazionale Enzo e Dino Ferrari is one of motorsport’s most iconic circuits. Its layout, run counterclockwise, alternates between fast sections and technical sequences. It’s a demanding test for both drivers and machinery, making it the perfect challenge for the final race of the year.
And while some competitors have taken a step toward securing the titles at Estoril, nothing is decided until the final checkered flag. The suspense is palpable across the various grids: in the 2.0L Cup, only 6 points separate the leaders, Johannes Stengel & Andrew Smith (#71), from David Danglard (#15), foreshadowing a particularly intense battle for first place. In Classic Endurance Racing 1, the battle is just as close, with a 5.5-point gap between Jan Magnussen & Chris Ward (#70) and Armand Mille (#35). Finally, in Heritage Touring Cup 1, Yves Scemama (#52) holds a lead of just 9.5 points over Armand Mille (#60). With such narrow gaps in the standings, every pass, every lap, and every point could prove decisive in the title race.
To wrap up the 2026 season, 10 grids will be on the grid
- The Porsche 911s of the 2.0L Cup
- Icons from the 1950s and 1960s for The Gentlemen Challenge (Jaguar D-Type / Maserati A6GCS / Ferrari 250 GTO)
- The great historic touring cars of the Classic Touring Challenge (Alfa Romeo Giulia Sprint GTA / Ford Mustang 289)
- The legendary endurance cars from the Classic Endurance Racing 1 (Sabre D4 / Porsche 908 LH) and Classic Endurance Racing 2 (Ferrari 312 PB / Lancia Beta Montecarlo Turbo Gr.5)
- Cars from the golden age of the European Touring Car Championship in the Heritage Touring Cup 1 (BMW 2002 TI / Alfa Romeo 1750 GTAm)
- Group A touring cars from the 1980s–1990s in the Heritage Touring Cup 2 (Holden Commodore VL / Mercedes 190 E Evo II)
- GTs and prototypes from the 1990s–2010s in Endurance Racing Legends 1 (Maserati MC12 GT1 / Dallara SP1) and Endurance Racing Legends 2 (Ferrari 430 / Chevrolet Corvette C6 ZR1)
- Legendary cars from Group C Racing (Jaguar XJR-9 / Sthemo SMC2)
THE MASERATI MC12 GT1 IN THE SPOTLIGHT
Another highlight of this final event of the season: six Maserati MC12 GT1s will be gathered at Imola, much to the delight of enthusiasts. Three cars will compete on the track in the Endurance Racing Legends 1 field, offering the public a rare opportunity to see one of the most iconic GTs of the 2000s in action. Three other Maserati MC12 GT1s will be on display, allowing spectators to get a close-up look at this car, of which only 62 were produced, with 12 of them for competition.
FOLLOW THE RACES LIVE
Throughout the weekend, fans will be able to follow the races live on Peter Auto’s official YouTube channel: https://youtube.com/@peterautoracing. A live broadcast will also be shown on a big screen in the heart of the village.
Report by peterauto.fr
