Doha, Qatar

Qatar 1812km 2025

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The event takes place on February 28, 2025 at 11:00 AM

Introduction

The FIA World Endurance Championship will kick off its 2025 season with the Qatar 1812 km race at the Lusail International Circuit. The Porsche Penske Motorsport Team will again start with two Porsche 963 this season, as Proton Competition will have one Porsche hypercar in the field. In the LMGT3 class Manthey Racing will compete with two Porsche 911 GT3 R race cars.

FIA World Endurance Championship season 2025 kick off!

After a 3 months break, the FIA World Endurance Championship starts the 2025 season in Qatar! Find out more about the racing calendar, the race tracks and our Porsche teams, who are once again putting their skills on track to bring home the world championship title.

Lusail International Circuit: Home to the Qatar 1812km

Delve into the fast and flowing Lusail International Circuit, home to the World Endurance Championship's thrilling season-opening Qatar 1812km. Speed down the main straight and click on the interactive hotspots to explore each turn.

Circuit Details

Duration

10h

Total Length

5.419 km / 3.367 miles

Total straight

1068 m / 3503 ft

Curves

Start

Race direction

Pits

1. Turn 1

2. Turn 2

3. Turn 4

4. Turn 5

5. Turn 6

6. Turn 7

7. Turn 10

8. Turn 14

9. Turn 15

10. Turn 16

Five things you need to know about the Qatar 1812km.

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Porsche 963: Fusing racing heritage, cutting-edge modernity and timeless design

The Porsche 963 embodies the spirit of speed, precision, and enduring elegance. Underneath its striking exterior lies a powerhouse of innovation, blending advanced technology with raw performance to deliver an unparalleled driving experience.

Explore the Porsche 963

Porsche Penske Motorsport Team

Meet the Porsche Penske Motorsport Team, a powerhouse where Porsche's racing expertise merges with Penske's endurance racing know-how. With roots dating back to the 1970s, this team has earned podium finishes at some of the most prestigious events.

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This year’s WEC drivers

The Porsche Penske Motorsport team is back with a line-up ready to take on the circuits in the WEC. Get to know the dedicated drivers and find out what sets them apart from their competition.

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