How Audi made legendary R8 |
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How Audi made legendary R8: the car that brought Le Mans domination |
June 2023 | Andrew Cotton |
The Audi R8 wasn't just one of the greatest sports cars the world has ever seen, it also launched a dynasty of endurance racing domination. 25 years on from the V8 prototype's first Le Mans 24 Hours victory, today's Great Read traces the story of this formidable machine
Audi's R8 Le Mans Prototype set a new standard in endurance racing. The legend grew with every race. Tom Kristensen, Emanuele Pirro and Frank Biela won Le Mans three times together between 2000 and 2002, Audi drivers won the American Le Mans Series every year from 2000 to 2005. The car looked unbeatable, setting all kinds of records on its way to achieving phenomenal status. |
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Mark Hughes: McLaren F1 driver falls for Montreal trap... again |
When Norris's bold attempt to pass Piastri ended with a crash into the Montreal pitwall, it stirred memories of McLaren's infamous 2011 clash between Button and Hamilton at the very same circuit. |
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F1's bid to return to Africa boosted by Kyalami Grade 1 upgrade approval |
Over the next three years, Kyalami will be upgraded to Grade 1 standards, making it eligible to host a Formula 1 race |
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F1's bid to return to Africa boosted by Kyalami Grade 1 upgrade approval |
Over the next three years, Kyalami will be upgraded to Grade 1 standards, making it eligible to host a Formula 1 race |
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