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LM24: 2009 Le Mans 24 Hours Coverage Recap
Written by: SPEED Staff
SPEEDtv.com   
06/17/2009
Le Mans (FRA)
 
Peugeot becomes only the third manufacturer this decade to win overall at Le Mans. (Getty Images) ยป More Photos
 If you missed a story, driver blog, photo gallery, commentary or video, catch up with all of SPEEDtv.com's content from the 2009 24 Hours of Le Mans.


LM24: 'Best Of' Le Mans Photo Gallery and Wallpapers: http://auto-racing.speedtv.com/article/lm24-best-of-le-mans-photo-gallery-and-wallpapers/

LM24: Patrick Dempsey Le Mans Race Blog
Dempsey files his final blog entry from his eye-opening debut in the 24 Hours of Le Mans.
http://auto-racing.speedtv.com/article/lm24-patrick-dempsey-le-mans-race-blog/

LM24: Marino Franchitti Le Mans Race Blog
Drayson Racing's Marino Franchitti writes his final “Franchitti Files” blog from Le Mans 2009.
http://auto-racing.speedtv.com/article/lm24-marino-franchitti-le-mans-race-blog/

LM24: David Brabham Le Mans Race Blog
SPEEDtv.com’s David Brabham tells his tale of winning the 2009 24 Hours of Le Mans with Peugeot.
http://auto-racing.speedtv.com/article/lm24-david-brabhams-le-mans-race-win-blog/

LM24: Allan McNish Le Mans Race Blog
McNish files his final blog from Le Mans week, reflecting back on his third-place run in what could be considered a trying race for the Audi Sport team.
http://auto-racing.speedtv.com/article/lm24-allan-mcnish-race-blog/

LM24: Peugeot Dominates Le Mans
After handing victories to Audi in 2007 and 2008, Peugeot made the most of their fearsome 908 diesel and an improved driver lineup as Brabham, Wurz, and Gene won the 24hr classic.
http://auto-racing.speedtv.com/article/lm24-peugeot-dominantes-le-mans/

Le Mans Race Photo Gallery: http://www.speedtv.com/gallery/view/1014019/301105/?KeepThis=true&TB_iframe=true&height=750&width=844

LM24: Le Mans 1989, The One That Got Away
Jaguar won the 1988 and 1990 24 Hours of Le Mans, but it could have been three wins in a row. Tony Dowe tells us how the 1989 race got away.
http://auto-racing.speedtv.com/article/lm24-le-mans-1989-the-one-that-got-away/

LM24: Marino Franchitti Friday Le Mans Blog
Drayson Racing's Marino Franchitti reflects back on Friday's activities at Le Mans
http://auto-racing.speedtv.com/article/lm24-marino-franchitti-friday-le-mans-blog/

LM24: Patrick Dempsey Saturday Le Mans Blog
Dempsey gives an update on Friday's activities in what's been a whirlwind week for the multifaceted actor and racer.
http://auto-racing.speedtv.com/article/lm24-patrick-dempsey-saturday-le-mans-blog/

LM24: Marino Franchitti Thursday Le Mans Blog
Franchitti writes about his experiences in the opening day of practice on Wednesday and a look ahead to the 24 Hours of Le Mans on Saturday.
http://auto-racing.speedtv.com/article/lm24-marino-franchitti-thursday-friday-le-mans-blog/

LM24: The Last American Standing
Sunday marks the 13th anniversary of the last American to stand as the overall winner of the 24 Hours of Le Mans. Davy Jones relives his historic 1996 win for Joest.
http://auto-racing.speedtv.com/article/lm24-the-last-american-standing/

FRIDAY

LM24: The Two Fastest Sportscar Drivers
In a poll that includes drivers, team owners, and journalists, SPEEDtv.com has determined the two fastest sportscar drivers in the world.
http://auto-racing.speedtv.com/article/lm24-the-two-fastest-sportscar-drivers/

LM24: Thursday and Friday Le Mans Notebook
It has been a packed two days of activity with qualifying on Thursday and a paddock full of announcements and presentations. Here’s a bunch of random notes and observations.
http://auto-racing.speedtv.com/article/lm24-thursday-and-friday-le-mans-notebook/

LM24: Allan McNish Friday Blog
In his final entry before the 24 Hours of Le Mans, McNish writes about his stunning lap in qualifying and the build-up to Saturday’s race start.
http://auto-racing.speedtv.com/article/lm24-allan-mcnish-friday-blog/

LM24: David Brabham Friday Blog
Brabs files his final blog entry before the start of Saturday’s 24 Hours of Le Mans.
http://auto-racing.speedtv.com/article/lm24-david-brabham-friday-le-mans-blog/

LM24: Patrick Dempsey Friday Blog
Dempsey reflects back on the team’s bitter-sweet run in qualifying on Thursday evening.
http://auto-racing.speedtv.com/article/lm24-patrick-dempsey-friday-le-mans-blog/

LM24: Bernhard/Dumas Friday Blog
Timo and Romain reflect on Thursday’s “qualifying”, which their Audi Sport team used as practice instead.
http://auto-racing.speedtv.com/article/lm24-bernhard-dumas-friday-blog/

LM24: Inside Audi’s Energy Station With Allan McNish
2008 Le Mans 24 Hours winner Allan McNish takes us for a behind the scenes video tour of the massive Red Bull Energy Station paddock hospitality building.
http://auto-racing.speedtv.com/article/lm24-inside-audis-energy-station-with-allan-mcnish/

LM24: Le Mans Qualifying Radar Speeds
Curious how the field topped out on the long Le Mans straights in the first qualifying session on Thursday? Read on as Racecar's Sam Collins breaks down the trap speeds.
http://auto-racing.speedtv.com/article/lm24-le-mans-qualifying-radar-speeds/

LM24: Ulrich Baretzky's 'World Engine' Concept
The head of Audi engine technology believes common engine architecture spread across multiple platforms is the way of the future.
http://auto-racing.speedtv.com/article/lm24-ulrich-baretzkys-world-engine-concept/

THURSDAY

LM24: Sarrazin, Peugeot Claim Thrilling Le Mans Pole
Sarrazin's last-gasp push gives Peugeot its third consecutive victory at Le Mans.
http://auto-racing.speedtv.com/article/lm24-sarrazin-peugeot-claim-thrilling-le-mans-pole/

LM24: Thursday Qualifying Live Blog
Follow Thursday's qualifying session minute-by-minute with SPEEDtv.com's live blog.
http://auto-racing.speedtv.com/article/lm24-thursday-qualifying-live-blog/

LM24: Allan McNish Thursday Blog
In his Thursday entry, McNish writes about the special roles engineers play within a team.
http://auto-racing.speedtv.com/article/lm24-allan-mcnish-thursday-blog/

LM24: David Brabham Thursday Blog
Brabs talks about his family’s history and his 16-year wait to get into a cockpit of a closed-top Peugeot at Le Mans.
http://auto-racing.speedtv.com/article/lm24-david-brabham-thursday-blog/

LM24: Patrick Dempsey Thursday Blog
After months of preparation and buildup, Patrick Dempsey and Team Seattle finally hit the track for free practice at Circuit de La Sarthe.
http://auto-racing.speedtv.com/article/lm24-patrick-dempsey-thursday-blog/

LM24: Bernhard/Dumas Thursday Blog
Timo and Romain reflect back on Wednesday’s free practice and look ahead to Thursday’s qualifying at Le Mans.
http://auto-racing.speedtv.com/article/lm24-bernhard-dumas-thursday-blog/

LM24: Le Mans 1989, My Race, Brian Redman
Three of the glorious new Aston Martin-Lola LMP1 cars will start Le Mans this year but the prototype game started for the British marque twenty years ago.
http://auto-racing.speedtv.com/article/lm24-le-mans-1989-my-race-brian-redman/

LM24: Audi Le Mans Videos
Enjoy a four-part video series detailing Audi's road to Le Mans with its new R15 TDI.
http://auto-racing.speedtv.com/article/lm24-audi-le-mans-videos/

LM24: New Regulation Changes Confirmed
The ACO today announced the changes in regulations governing Le Mans Prototypes and GT cars, to be confirmed in October.
http://auto-racing.speedtv.com/article/lm24-new-regulation-changes-confirmed/

LM24: Thursday Qualifying Photo Gallery:http://www.speedtv.com/gallery/view/1013857/300721/?KeepThis=true&TB_iframe=true&height=750&width=844

Le Mans 1989, Brian Redman Photo Gallery: http://www.speedtv.com/gallery/view/1013685/300317/?KeepThis=true&TB_iframe=true&height=750&width=844

WEDNESDAY:

LM24: Wednesday Practice Notebook
Audi dominated the mostly wet six hour practice session and also dominated the headlines after Peugeot lodged a protest over the legality of the R15's aerodynamics.
http://auto-racing.speedtv.com/article/lm24-wednesday-practice-notebook/

LM24: Wednesday Live Practice Blog
Follow Wednesday's six-hour practice session live with SPEEDtv.com's live blog.
http://auto-racing.speedtv.com/article/lm24-wednesday-live-practice-blog/

LM24: LMP1 and LMP2 Preview
Marshall Pruett, John Dagys and guest commentators Tony Dowe and Chris Dyson preview the LMP categories at Le Mans.
http://auto-racing.speedtv.com/article/lm24-lmp1-and-lmp2-preview/

LM24: GT1 and GT2 Preview
Marshall Pruett, John Dagys and guest commentators Justin Bell, Steve Wesoloski and Tony Dowe preview the GT categories at Le Mans.
http://auto-racing.speedtv.com/article/lm24-gt1-and-gt2-preview/

LM24: Bernhard/Dumas Wednesday Blog
Timo and Romain write about the dangers of racing in the rain, and the prospects of a wet race on Sunday.
http://auto-racing.speedtv.com/article/lm24-bernhard-dumas-wednesday-blog/

LM24: David Brabham Wednesday Blog
In his second entry this week for SPEEDtv.com, Brabs comments on the preparations needed to succeed at Le Mans, especially in uncertain weather conditions.
http://auto-racing.speedtv.com/article/lm24-david-brabham-wednesday-blog/

LM24: Allan McNish Wednesday Blog
For his Wednesday entry, McNish reflects on the ingredients needed to have a successful relationship with co-drivers in sportscar racing.
http://auto-racing.speedtv.com/article/lm24-allan-mcnish-wednesday-blog/

LM24: Patrick Dempsey Wednesday Blog
Multifaceted actor and racer Patrick Dempsey files his first exclusive blog for SPEEDtv.com, in advance of taking to Circuit de La Sarthe for the very first time Wednesday evening.
http://auto-racing.speedtv.com/article/lm24-patrick-dempsey-wednesday-blog/

LM24: Marino Franchitti Tuesday Blog
Marino Franchitti files his first of his daily blogs, recapping scrutineering and the run-up to the 24 Hours of Le Mans with Drayson Racing.
http://auto-racing.speedtv.com/article/lm24-marino-franchitti-tuesday-blog/

LM24: Le Mans Technical Preview
A fight has been brewing for two years, a fight that will come to a head on 13th June this year, it will last two full laps of the clock and it will be a fight for victory on just one track, in just one race. It is all that matters. The Le Mans 24 Hours.
http://auto-racing.speedtv.com/article/f1-2009-le-mans-technical-preview2/

LM24: Peugeot Protests Audi R15’s Legality
After a week of speculation, and just hours before practice gets underway, Peugeot has gone through with a protest of Audi's aerodynamics.
http://auto-racing.speedtv.com/article/lm24-peugeot-protests-audi-r15s-legality/

Wednesday Paddock Photo Gallery: http://www.speedtv.com/gallery/view/1013709/300339/?KeepThis=true&TB_iframe=true&height=750&width=844

Le Mans Spotter’s Guide: http://www.speedtv.com/gallery/view/1013687/300335/?KeepThis=true&TB_iframe=true&height=750&width=844

TUESDAY:

LM24: Tuesday At Le Mans
Peugeot's new nose breaks cover as the clouds drench the paddock. Audi's brakes revealed and Mags gets Danish gifts.
http://auto-racing.speedtv.com/article/lm24-tuesday-at-le-mans/

LM24: Le Mans 1989, My Race, Hans Stuck
If the Gods created oversteer with one person in mind, Hans Stuck was clearly the man of their affections. Read as the German legend recounts his sideways journey to 3rd in 1989.
http://auto-racing.speedtv.com/article/lm24-le-mans-1989-my-race-hans-stuck//P2/

LM24: Allan McNish Tuesday Blog
McNish reflects back on his memorable past with Toyota at Le Mans, as well as a few more recent qualifying moments with his Audi Sport team.
http://auto-racing.speedtv.com/article/lm24-allan-mcnish-tuesday-blog/

LM24: Bernhard/Dumas Tuesday Blog
Timo and Romain take time to reflect back on their favorite and memorable moments at Le Mans.
http://auto-racing.speedtv.com/article/lm24-bernhard-dumas-tuesday-blog/

LM24: David Brabham Tuesday Blog
David Brabham files his first exclusive blog entry for the week, reflecting on his new venture with Peugeot for the 24 Hours of Le Mans.
http://auto-racing.speedtv.com/article/lm24-david-brabham-tuesday-blog/

Gallery: LM24: Tuesday Trackside At Le Mans
http://www.speedtv.com/gallery/view/1013632/300138/?KeepThis=true&TB_iframe=true&height=750&width=844

Gallery: LM24: Le Mans 1989 Hans Stuck
http://www.speedtv.com/gallery/view/1013650/300298/?KeepThis=true&TB_iframe=true&height=750&width=844

MONDAY:

LM24: Inside Monday's Le Mans Scrutineering
The buzz at Scrutineering centered on Audi and whether the ACO would allow the trio of R15s to compete as the legality of the "chimney" center section in the nose came into question.
http://auto-racing.speedtv.com/article/lm24-inside-mondays-le-mans-scrutineering/

LM24: Allan McNish Monday Blog
2008 24 hours of Le Mans winner Allan McNish files his first daily blog from town center as the Audi team goes through Scrutineering.
http://auto-racing.speedtv.com/article/lm24-allan-mcnish-monday-blog/

LM24: Bernhard/Dumas Monday Blog
Timo Bernhard and Romain Dumas spend their first day amongst the assembled media and fans and learn that driving for Audi comes with a lot of attention.
http://auto-racing.speedtv.com/article/lm24-bernhard-dumas-monday-blog/

LM24: Le Mans 1989, My Race, Jochen Mass
He’ll always be remembered for winning the 1989 24 Hours of Le Mans for Mercedes, but in a career spanning 11 Le Mans events, Jochen Mass was just happy to leave the track alive.
http://auto-racing.speedtv.com/article/lm24-le-mans-1989-my-race-jochen-mass-winner

Monday Scrutineering Photo Gallery: http://www.speedtv.com/gallery/view/1013551/299759/?KeepThis=true&TB_iframe=true&height=750&width=844

1989 Mercedes Photo Gallery: http://www.speedtv.com/gallery/view/1013578/300122/?KeepThis=true&TB_iframe=true&height=750&width=844

Sunday Paddock Photo Gallery: http://www.speedtv.com/gallery/view/1013474/299314/?KeepThis=true&TB_iframe=true&height=750&width=844
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