Popular success for the Grand Prix de France Historique: the passion is still there
The KENNOL Grand Prix de France Historique 2025, held from April 25 to 27 on the legendary Circuit Paul Ricard, confirmed its status as a must-attend event for motor sport enthusiasts. This seventh edition drew enthusiastic crowds to celebrate the history and passion of motor racing.
This edition marked the 20th anniversary of Renault’s World Constructors’ Championship title in 2005. For the occasion, the legendary Renault R25, driven at the time by Fernando Alonso, roared its naturally aspirated V10 engine on the track, reviving memories of a glorious era for the diamond brand. A special exhibition dedicated to Renault also allowed visitors to admire about ten iconic single-seaters that have made their mark on the history of Formula 1.
The paddock, fully accessible to the public, offered a total immersion into the racing world. Spectators had the opportunity to meet renowned drivers such as Jean Alesi, Alain Prost, Jacques Villeneuve, René Arnoux, Franck Montagny, Mark Webber, David Coulthard, Thierry Boutsen, and Daniil Kvyat.
Iconic figures from motorsport graced the event with their presence. Charles Leclerc, driver for Scuderia Ferrari, participated in the parade alongside Jean Alesi in a magnificent Ferrari 330 P4.
Frédéric Vasseur, general manager of the Italian team, was also present at the event along with Zak Brown, head of McLaren and driver in the endurance masters.
The people present on-site were treated to moments rich in emotion, including track demonstrations by Victor Jabouille with his father Jean-Pierre’s Renault RS 10, Adrien Tambay with Patrick’s McLaren, and Nicolas Prost with the 1983 Renault RE 40.
For three days, over 250 vehicles participated in a dozen races, covering different categories: Formula 1, Formula 2, Formula 3, GT, Touring, and Sport Prototypes. The public also enjoyed various activities: exhibitions, simulators, and autograph sessions.
Having become over the editions a major event on the French calendar, the Grand Prix de France Historique establishes itself as a must-attend event for motorsport enthusiasts. Driven by the synergy between HVM Racing, the event promoter, and the Circuit Paul Ricard, this gathering offers the public a rare immersion into the world of Formula 1, featuring exceptional cars and iconic figures from both the past and present.
