The Asian Le Mans Series season reaches its climax this weekend, with a decisive double round on the Yas Marina circuit, in Abu Dhabi. Duas four-hour races, one on Saturday (7) and another on Sunday (8), will define the champions of the LMP2, LMP3 and GT3 categories, ending a championship that went through Sepang and Dubai.
The dispute promises high intensity, with open titles in all classes and a record grid that marked the season. Para Brazilian fans, all the emotions of the final stage will be broadcast live and in full on the GRAND PRIX channels, guaranteeing complete coverage of the battles on the track.
Activities are concentrated on Saturday and Sunday, with classification opening the first day of action, followed by the first long-term race. The following day, the second four-hour race will crown the championship winners, who will win a coveted invitation to the 24 Horas of Le Mans.
Complete schedule and how to watch Brasil
Motorsport enthusiasts at Brasil will be able to catch all the action at affordable times. Live coverage begins in the early hours of Saturday and continues into the morning, both Saturday and Sunday, with expert narration and commentary.
The official programming, already converted to the Brasília time slot, was structured to maximize the global audience. On Saturday, the qualifying session that defines the starting grid takes place at 3:45 am, with the first four-hour race starting at 7:30 am. On Sunday, the final race that ends the championship starts a little later, at 9 am.
Technical draw shakes up the dispute in the LMP2 category
The main category of prototypes, LMP2, reaches Abu Dhabi with a scenario of a tie for the lead, promising one of the fiercest disputes of the weekend. Duas of the season’s strongest teams, CrowdStrike Racing by APR and Cetilar Racing, are tied with 80 points each, making each position on the track crucial to defining the title.
CrowdStrike Racing, with the trio formed by George Kurtz, Malthe Jakobsen and Louis Delétraz, is coming off a solid performance, including important victories at The American team’s consistency has been a differentiator throughout the championship, and they are looking to maintain their momentum to win the title.
On the other hand, the Italian company Cetilar Racing, with pilots Antonio Fuoco, Charles Milesi and Roberto Lacorte, has the advantage in the tiebreaker criteria for having more victories. Isso means that, in the event of a new tie in the final score, the team would win the championship. Equipes like 99 Racing and Nielsen Racing run on the outside, but still have mathematical chances of influencing the result.
Open battles in LMP3 and GT3 classes
In the LMP3 class, competitiveness also remains high, with the lead still up for grabs. Team CD Sport and R24 reach Abu Dhabi with a small advantage in the points table, but the tight margin does not allow for mistakes. Qualquer slip-up could open the way for the closest competitors to take the lead in the final stretch.
The reliability of the Ligier and Duqueine prototypes will be a determining factor, as the two four-hour races represent a severe test for the equipment. Equipes who achieved consistent podiums in previous stages, like Bretton Racing, seek to capitalize on the pressure from the leaders to attempt a turnaround.
Meanwhile, the GT3 category, the largest on the grid with 22 cars, is a spectacle in itself. The diversity of prestigious manufacturers, such as Porsche, Ferrari, Mercedes-AMG and Aston Martin, guarantees a remarkable balance, intensified by the Balance of
The Pure Rxcing and AF Corse teams, both with strong alignment with top manufacturers, emerge as favorites, but unpredictability is the hallmark of the category. Wheel-to-wheel disputes are constant, and the results of the races in Dubai messed up the classification, leaving multiple teams with real chances of the title.
The challenging Yas Marina circuit
The grand final stage, Yas Marina Circuit, is one of the most modern and challenging in the world. At 5,281 km long, the Abu Dhabi route is known for its combination of high-speed sections, such as long straights, with technical and winding sectors that require precision from drivers. Essa configuration favors overtaking and opens up space for different car setup strategies.
Although it is famous for its night races, such as the Grande Prêmio of Fórmula 1, the Asian Le Mans Series races will take place during the day. Isso introduces an additional challenge: the high temperatures of the desert. The intense heat requires careful management not only of tires and brakes, but also of physical wear and tear on drivers and engine cooling, making resource management a critical factor for success in long-distance races.
A season of growth and relevance
The 2025/26 season of Asian Le Mans Series stood out for its significant growth, consolidating the championship as the main endurance competition on the Asian continent. The record grid of 48 cars, divided between 16 in LMP2, 10 in LMP3 and 22 in GT3, reflects the growing prestige of the series. Organizada by the Automobile Club de l’Ouest (ACO), the same person responsible for the 24 Horas de Le Mans, the competition works as an important access platform for the most iconic race in the world. The champions of each category receive an automatic invitation to participate in the next edition in Le Mans, which attracts high-caliber teams and drivers from all over the planet, including names with experience in the Fórmula 1 and the Campeonato Mundial of Endurance (WEC).
Strategic importance for teams
For many teams, competing in the Asian Le Mans Series is more than chasing a continental title; It is a strategic step towards solidifying its presence on the global endurance scene. The four-hour racing format serves as an excellent testing and development ground for drivers, engineers and mechanics who aspire to compete in 24-hour races.
Complete coverage for the Brazilian public
THE GRAND PRIX once again reinforces its commitment to motorsport fans by offering full and free transmission of all sessions on Abu Dhabi. The coverage, available on YouTube channels and the GPTV platform, will have a dedicated team to provide all the information in real time.
The adaptation of broadcast times to the Brazilian reality was designed to facilitate monitoring, allowing viewers to watch the decisive races without the need to stay up all night. Constant updates on digital platforms will also keep the public informed about every detail of the event.
