The 42-hour race, involving thirty-five teams, began on Friday. This motorsport celebration honors the memory of Jules Bianchi and supports research. This 10th edition of the Jules Bianchi karting marathon, organized by Philippe Bianchi and Franck Lagorce, was designed to be sporty, joyful, and friendly, reflecting the spirit of Jules Bianchi, the young F1 driver […]
Ten years ago, Jules Bianchi passed away in a Nice hospital after nine months in a coma following a terrible accident on the Suzuka circuit in Japan during a Formula 1 race. At just 25 years old, he had conquered the world of motorsport with his raw talent, humility, and exceptional maturity behind the wheel. […]
This Sunday, September 14, 2025, he was at the finish line of the Jules Bianchi Karting Marathon at the Paul Ricard circuit in Le Castellet. Accompanied by the legend Jean Alesi, the nephew of Prince Albert II of Monaco congratulated the winners of this unique race, a fitting tribute to the driver who passed away […]
From September 12 to 14, 2025, the Circuit Paul Ricard hosted the Jules Bianchi Karting Marathon. Thirty-five teams and nearly 500 drivers took turns over more than 42 hours for a sporting challenge and a tribute to the late driver. The event raised €50,000 for the Jules Bianchi Association. The race started on Friday evening […]
The starting signal was given on September 12 at the Paul Ricard circuit in Le Castellet. For just over 42 hours, 35 teams competed in this race in tribute to driver Jules Bianchi. A unique event of its kind. Neither the vagaries of fate nor the weather spoiled the party. The tenth edition of the […]
Nearly three days of non-stop racing. The 10th Jules Bianchi Karting Marathon took place at the Castellet circuit to honor the memory of the young Formula 1 driver who tragically passed away. On July 17, 2015, Nice-born driver Jules Bianchi passed away at the age of 25. The great French—and Nice—hope of Formula 1 had […]
With 482 drivers, plenty of emotions and thrills on the track throughout the weekend on the Paul-Ricard karting track, this 10th edition was a resounding success. During the 42h19’50” race, he was in everyone’s minds, everyone’s hearts. For this 10th edition, the Jules Bianchi marathon was a resounding success this weekend with 482 drivers on […]
Philippe Bianchi and Franck Lagorce, organizers of the Karting Marathon in tribute to Jules Bianchi, kicked off the 10th edition this Friday at 7:41 p.m. The drivers set off for a 42-hour effort for a worthy cause. The event can be followed live via video. July 17, 2015, is a dark date in the history […]
This weekend, the Circuit Paul Ricard is hosting the 10th edition of the Jules Bianchi Karting Marathon. Organized by Bianchi-Largorce Event, this event aims to raise funds for medical research through the Jules Bianchi Association. It has already been 10 years since French driver Jules Bianchi died from injuries sustained in a racing accident at […]
The Jules Bianchi Marathon kicked off on Friday evening. The race will run for 42 hours non-stop on the Paul Ricard circuit in Le Castellet. The first engines started up at 7:41 p.m. on Friday. That was the exact time the Jules Bianchi Marathon kicked off at the Paul Ricard circuit. Nearly two days of […]
In tribute to Jules Bianchi, the F1 driver who tragically died at the age of 25, the 10th edition of this emotional race will take place this weekend at the Paul Ricard circuit. October 5, 2014. Jules Bianchi was involved in a serious accident during the Japanese Formula 1 Grand Prix when, in heavy rain, […]
Jules Bianchi Karting Marathon 2025 at Le Castellet: 42 hours of racing, celebrities, solidarity, and tribute to Jules for a major cause. The Jules Bianchi Karting Marathon returns from September 12 to 14, 2025, for its 10th edition, the third to be held at the legendary Paul Ricard circuit in Le Castellet. For more than […]
This weekend, the Paul Ricard circuit’s karting track will host the 10th edition of the event that pays tribute to the driver who died in 2015. It is sure to be an emotional weekend as the 10th Jules Bianchi karting marathon takes place at the Paul Ricard circuit. Created by Philippe Bianchi, father of Jules […]
From September 12 to 14, 2025, the Circuit Paul Ricard will host a unique event: a karting race lasting 42 hours, 19 minutes, and 50 seconds. The Jules Bianchi Karting Marathon, conceived by Bianchi Lagorce Events, will bring together professionals, amateurs, celebrities, and enthusiasts for an extraordinary challenge and a tribute to the memory of […]
From September 12 to 14, the Castellet circuit will host a team race to pay tribute to the former Formula 1 driver who tragically died 10 years ago. This is already the 10th edition of the Jules Bianchi Marathon, an exceptional and unique 42-hour, 19-minute, and 50-second karting race that brings together professional drivers, celebrities, […]
Will Charles Leclerc remain loyal to Ferrari or change course? The World Championship dilemma! Charles Leclerc finds himself at a decisive crossroads in his career, caught in a fierce struggle between unwavering loyalty to Ferrari and the tantalizing prospect of victory elsewhere. Despite years of dedication to the iconic Scuderia Ferrari, the Monegasque driver has […]
The event will take place in Le Castellet from September 12 to 14, 2025. For the tenth year running, talented motorsport drivers and several celebrities will take part in this unique race organized by Philippe Bianchi, father of Jules Bianchi, and Franck Lagorce, from Bianchi-Lagorce Event. It is considered the “longest and most difficult race […]
Mike Meynard is currently one of the best Minis in France, and he proved it once again by dominating the event: he led the timesheets in all three heats, in the super heat and in the final with the fastest lap of the race, as well as a fairly substantial lead at the finish line. […]
🌦️ Rain and Safety: A Delicate Balance in Formula 1 Organizing a Formula 1 race in the rain is a complex task, requiring a careful balance between competition and safety. At the last Belgian Grand Prix, the race organizers’ cautious approach, which delayed the start until weather conditions improved, sparked debate. Some champions, such as […]
July 17, 2025 marks a painful date for French motorsport. Ten years ago to the day, Jules Bianchi — an undisputed rising star of Formula 1 — passed away following his tragic accident at the 2014 Japanese Grand Prix. Since then, his memory has continued to shine across generations of fans, drivers, and public figures who […]
Ten years after the death of Jules Bianchi, who died on July 17, 2015 following a terrible accident at the 2014 Japanese Grand Prix, a host of personalities from the worlds of sport and entertainment are preparing to pay tribute to him from September 12 to 14, 2025. In an event that is unique in […]
We have just passed the tenth anniversary of the death of Jules Bianchi, which occurred on July 17, 2015, on which occasion Charles Leclerc gave a poignant account of his relationship with his godfather. Bianchi, who died as a result of injuries sustained during the 2014 Japanese Grand Prix, was then contesting his second season […]
The spotlight is on Max Verstappen as persistent rumours swirl about his possible transfer to Mercedes. Meanwhile, Charles Leclerc pays tribute to his godfather Jules Bianchi, and Lewis Hamilton hopes to bring his influence to the future Ferrari. VERSTAPPEN ON HIS WAY TO MERCEDES? Max Verstappen, currently facing difficulties at Red Bull following the ousting […]
F1’s rising star Regarded as Ferrari’s future big name, Jules Bianchi was racing for Marussia at the time, while being closely watched by the Scuderia. In 2014, he scored the very first points in the team’s history at the Monaco Grand Prix, consolidating his trajectory towards a future in red. A race launched under threatening […]
