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July 2020
2020 Sommet des Légendes
The first event was held on August 3, 1964, on the short 12-turn, 1.5-mile circuit (north loop). Canadian Ludwig Heimrath drove his Cooper-Ford 289 to victory in the 32-lap feature race. In 1965 the circuit was expanded to its current 2.65-mile layout. British driver John Surtees, the 1964 Formula One World Champion, won driving a Lola T-70 Chevrolet. Circuit Length 4.26 km (2.65 miles) No. of Turns Fifteen (15) North loop 2.46 km (1.53 miles) South loop 1.91 km (1.19 miles) Average…
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2020 Monterey Pre-Reunion
The Monterey Peninsula’s love affair with world-class racing traces its beginnings to the inaugural running of the Pebble Beach Road Races in 1950. The Corkscrew: WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca is an 11-turn, 2.238-mile jewel of a road course on California’s beautiful central coast. While the track is a favorite of racers and fans worldwide, many focus on one specific section—officially Turns 8 and 8A—or more commonly known as The Corkscrew. The Corkscrew is a one-of-a-kind turn in motorsports. Here’s what makes…
Find out more »2020 Rolex Monterey Motorsports Reunion
Where else can you see and hear historic race cars at full speed doing what they were originally intended to do … and that’s race. The annual Rolex Monterey Motorsports Reunion is a celebration of motorsport history that brings approximately 550 race cars together in one open paddock for everyone to enjoy. Each accepted car, from more than 1,000 entry applications received, is scrutinized and accepted based on the car’s authenticity, race provenance and period correctness.
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2020 Thermal Club Classic
Welcome to a world where motorsports aren’t just a passion, but a year-round way of life. Palm Desert’s beautiful mountain scenery and dry conditions have long made it a world-class vacation destination. This location also provides easy access for motorsports lovers in nearby Los Angeles, Las Vegas and Phoenix. For added convenience, The Thermal Club is situated next to Jacqueline Cochran Regional Airport. Designed by Alan Wilson, each circuit has its own covered paddock, unique features and the ability to…
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