FIA World Endurance Championship

Overview

The WEC has established itself as one of the premier championships under the International Automobile Federation (FIA) and the leading global series for endurance racing. It attracts countless stars in motorsport, and it continues to grow in popularity every year, with races taking place in eight countries across four continents.

Le Mans Endurance Management has announced that the 2026 WEC Bapco Energies 8 Hours of Bahrain will not take place.

The decision follows detailed discussions between all parties involved and comes as a result of the current situation across the Middle East.

Important information for ticketholders:

Customers who have bought tickets or hospitality for the 2026 WEC Bapco Energies 8 Hours of Bahrain will receive a full refund. Ticketholders do not need to contact BIC to facilitate a refund, as this will be done automatically over the coming days. For any enquiries, please call BIC’s contact centre on +973 1745 0000.