Overview

• The 24 Hours of Le Mans drew 332,000 spectators on-site, the Nürburgring event attracted 280,000 fans and Spa-Francorchamps hosted 128,000—each marking a new attendance high.
• The official Nürburgring livestream surpassed two million views, and Nitro extended the world record for longest live sports broadcast to 27 hours and 45 minutes.
• Running Le Mans, Nürburgring and Spa on consecutive weekends over 16 days proved sustainable for teams and fans, dispelling concerns about schedule fatigue.
• Promoters confirmed that Nürburgring will return to its traditional May slot from 2026 through 2028, pausing the demanding triple-header format until 2029.
• The season’s surge in on-site and digital engagement underscores endurance racing’s growing appeal, especially among younger audiences.