Rafael Nadal played the role of official starter on Saturday to get the 86th edition of the 24 Hours Le Mans classic endurance race underway amid light rain.
Former Formula One champions Fernando Alonso and Jenson Button were among 180 drivers in the crews of three. Here are some photos!
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Enjoy yourself🏎🏁❤️
/Rafa well done starting the Le Mons race.
Take care,
Remember to rest and relax,
Love and prayers,
AlaineXXSydneyXXAustraliaXX
Enjoy your free time <3
Rafa you are having a great time I’m so happy fur you..we miss you on the tennis court..your fans love you.🎾🎾🎾👍👍👍❤️❤️❤️🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆11th.❤️