The 2026 edition of the CrowdStrike 24 Hours of Spa once again proved that the legendary Belgian endurance classic is about far more than just the world's biggest GT race.
Across an action-packed weekend at the iconic Spa-Francorchamps circuit, fans were treated to spectacular support racing, breathtaking demonstrations, live entertainment and some of the world's most exclusive performance cars.
GT3 Legends Make a Memorable Debut
The all-new GT3 Legends series made its first appearance as an official support category for the CrowdStrike 24 Hours of Spa, bringing the unforgettable sights and sounds of GT3 machinery from the 2000s and 2010s back to life.
Race two, held immediately before the 24-hour starting ceremony, produced thrilling wheel-to-wheel action, several Full Course Yellow periods and a strategic masterclass.
An early battle between a Nissan GT-R GT3 and an Aston Martin V12 Vantage GT3 entertained spectators before a perfectly timed pit stop allowed the BMW Z4 GT3 to undercut its rivals and claim victory.
The thunderous soundtrack of these iconic GT3 cars proved hugely popular with fans around the Ardennes circuit.
Borusan Motorsport Completes Perfect GT4 Weekend
The GT4 European Series also produced standout performances, with Gabriele Piana and Thomi Rackl completing a flawless weekend for Borusan Motorsport.
Although the pair initially finished second in race one, a post-race time penalty due to speeding in the pitlane for the #78 McLaren promoted them to victory. They then backed it up by winning race two outright, securing a perfect two victories from two races.
Drift Action Lights Up Eau Rouge
While the planned Friday evening drift show was unfortunately cancelled, fans were still treated to an impressive Monster Energy demonstration ahead of Saturday's 24-hour start.
Two drift cars attacked the legendary Eau Rouge corner completely sideways, producing clouds of tyre smoke and sending the packed grandstands into raptures. Monster Energy also kept fans refreshed throughout the weekend by handing out complimentary cold drinks in the fan zone.
Music, atmosphere and racecars
Spa's famous atmosphere extended well beyond the racing. On Friday evening, thousands of fans gathered around a stage at Eau Rouge, where live music transformed one of motorsport's most iconic locations into a festival venue. Following Saturday's sunset, Belgian DJ Dimitri Vegas kept the celebrations going with a high-energy performance in the fan zone, ensuring the party continued long into the night.
Dream Supercars on Display
Away from the circuit action, visitors were able to admire an extraordinary collection of rare and exotic machinery displayed on the pit roof.
Highlights included the Ferrari F80, Porsche 918 Spyder, Apollo Intensa Emozione and the spectacular HWA EVO R race car, all attracting huge crowds throughout the weekend.
Manufacturers also showcased their latest models across the paddock, with Lamborghini, Aston Martin, McLaren and BMW creating impressive hospitality displays featuring some truly special vehicles, including the BMW M3 Touring 24h and the Aston Martin Valhalla.
For the hundreds of thousands of spectators who travelled to the Ardennes, the CrowdStrike 24 Hours of Spa once again demonstrated why it remains one of the world's greatest motorsport festivals, delivering unforgettable racing, entertainment and automotive excellence from start to finish.
