Iconic MotoGP star Valentino Rossi has announced an expanded car racing program for 2024, confirming plans to compete in both the FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) and the Endurance Cup of the GT World Challenge Europe. This marks the next chapter in Rossi’s successful transition from two-wheeled to four-wheeled motorsports, as he continues to leave his mark on the sport as a true legend.
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In a thrilling race at the Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli, Valentino Rossi clinched victory in the opening round of the Fanatec GT World Challenge Europe Sprint powered by AWS. Racing in front of his home crowd, the Italian legend piloted the Team WRT BMW to a narrow win, fending off the determined challenge of his teammate Charles Weerts.
The Kateyama tests at Imola’s iconic circuit saw a remarkable display of talent across various motorsport categories, including GT3, Hypercar, and LMP. British GT drivers like Jenson Button and Valentino Rossi were among the star-studded lineup, showcasing their skills and setting blistering lap times.