The 2026 FIA World Endurance Championship roars to life this weekend at the legendary Autodromo Internazionale Enzo e Dino Ferrari in Imola, Italy. Mark your calendars for April 17-19, as the iconic circuit hosts the season-opening 6 Hours of Imola, setting the stage for a thrilling year of elite sports car competition.
With the Qatar round rescheduled, the championship kicks off with a sprint of three European races, putting immediate pressure on teams and drivers to perform. All eyes will be on Ferrari, the reigning Hypercar champions, who enter their home race as clear favorites following a dominant 2025 season that included another historic victory at the 24 Hours of Le Mans. The #51 Ferrari 499P crew of Alessandro Pier Guidi, Antonio Giovinazzi, and James Calado will look to defend their 2025 Imola win, but expect fierce challenges from rivals like Toyota, Porsche, and Cadillac in what promises to be a spectacular multi-class battle.
Don't miss a moment of the action. The WEC is broadcast globally across a wide network. Key partners include Eurosport and TNT Sports in Europe, FOX Deportes in South America, and J Sports in Asia. For complete, uninterrupted coverage, the championship's official streaming service, FIAWEC+, offers a single-race pass for Imola at €9.99 or a full-season pass covering all eight rounds, including Le Mans, for €49.99.
Gear up for the new season and experience the adrenaline of endurance racing. Whether you're cheering for Ferrari on home soil or another manufacturer, the 2026 WEC campaign begins with high-speed drama at one of motorsport's most revered temples.
