5. 24 Hours of Le Mans
The world’s oldest active endurance car race, 24 Hours of Le Mans is often seen as the make or break race for drivers and manufacturers. It has been held since 1923, and requires drivers to race for 24 hours. It has been responsible for a number of “spin off” races that mimic its format, including Bathurst and even Daytona.
4. Monaco Formula One Grand Prix
Held in May every year, the Monaco Formula One Grand Prix is one of the most glamorous races held worldwide. The race has been run each year since 1929, and remains one of the most important Formula One races of the year. It takes place on the narrow, winding streets of Monaco, and requires incredible handling skills on the part of the drivers.
3. Mille Miglia
Italian for Thousand Miles, Mille Miglia is an endurance race held in Italy. It first took place in 1927, and has evolved over time. Once part of the World Sports Car Championship, Mille Miglia today is a regularity race for vintage and classic racecars. Cars racing can be manufactured no later than 1957, and the race runs from Brescia to Rome and back again. While it might not have the raw power or modern vehicles found in NASCAR or at the Indianapolis 500, Mille Miglia is an amazing event for anyone with a love of classic world-class racing and shouldn’t be missed.
