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They already won their first battle on Tuesday, with the mechanics beating all the GTE teams in a pitstop challenge, despite being the only ones using a manual jack to raise the car.īutton described the Chevrolet as a stock car on steroids, removed from those around it on the track but definitely not too quick. The NASCAR entry is not competing for any class win - although given they are one of a kind it will feel like a win if they finish - but are there to mark the 75th anniversary of the U.S. It will also make you smile because it's so big compared to everything else that's racing out there. If you're out on track and you hear it come past, it will make you smile. "It's that low rumble of a V8 that's pretty awesome.

"I've actually had different earplugs made to take the noise of the engine. It is so loud," he told reporters recently. You'll be able to hear the car coming from a mile off. The trio share a modified Hendrick Motorsports Next Gen Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 stock car as a 'Garage 56' entry highlighting future technology.īutton, who made his NASCAR debut in March, said the car would not be taking anyone by surprise. The 2009 Formula One world champion is driving a special NASCAR entry at the Sarthe circuit with seven-times Cup champion Jimmie Johnson and former 24 Hours of Le Mans winner Mike Rockenfeller. The U.S.-based stock car series is celebrating its 75th anniversary and has a special entry at Le Mans driven by seven times NASCAR champion Jimmie Johnson, 2009 Formula One champion Jenson Button and former Le Mans winner Mike Rockenfeller.(Reuters) - Jenson Button is ready to rumble when NASCAR meets Le Mans on the centenary of the world's greatest sportscar race this weekend. “It’s an honor for me to be part of this historic moment in motor sport and help celebrate the Centenary of one of the biggest sporting events in the world.” James is a partner in Fenway Sports Group, who co-own the RFK Racing NASCAR team. “There’s nothing like seeing and experiencing sports at their highest level,” said the 38-year-old. ‘King James’ will unleash the 62-strong field at 1600 local time (1400GMT) on Saturday.

Hollywood actor Brad Pitt was the starter in 2016 and Steve McQueen lowered the French flag to start the race in 1971, the year he starred in the movie Le Mans. The Los Angeles Lakers forward, the NBA’s all-time leading scorer and four-time champion, joins a list of celebrity starters who have carried out the ceremonial role over the decades. PARIS: Basketball great LeBron James will be the official starter when the 24 Hours of Le Mans sportscar race celebrates its centenary this weekend, organisers of the endurance classic said on Monday.