Ferrari targets WEC comeback at São Paulo: full schedule and broadcast information. The 2026 WEC 6 Hours of São Paulo takes place at Interlagos this weekend.

WEC 6 Hours of São Paulo 2026: full schedule, start times and how to watch Ferrari’s Interlagos challenge

The FIA World Endurance Championship resumes this weekend with the fifth round of the 2026 season as the paddock heads to Brazil for the iconic 6 Hours of São Paulo. Following the unforgettable 24 Hours of Le Mans, attention now shifts to the legendary Interlagos circuit, where Ferrari will be aiming to bounce back and reignite its championship campaign against an increasingly competitive field.

Hosted at the famous Autódromo José Carlos Pace, the Brazilian event marks another crucial chapter in both the Hypercar and LMGT3 title battles. With every point becoming increasingly valuable as the season progresses, the race could prove decisive in shaping the championship standings.

Interlagos is one of the most recognizable venues in world motorsport, thanks to its rich Formula 1 history. However, its demanding characteristics also make it a spectacular circuit for endurance racing. Measuring 4.309 kilometres and featuring 15 corners, the track combines fast flowing sections, significant elevation changes and several technical braking zones, creating one of the toughest challenges on the FIA WEC calendar.

Drivers must carefully manage traffic, tyre wear and fuel strategy throughout the six-hour contest, while teams face constant strategic decisions as weather conditions in São Paulo can change rapidly.

2026 WEC 6 Hours of São Paulo weekend schedule

Track action begins on Friday with two Free Practice sessions, giving teams their first opportunity to fine-tune their Hypercar and LMGT3 machines around Interlagos. Saturday features the final practice session before qualifying and the Hyperpole shootouts determine the starting grid. The weekend culminates on Sunday with the six-hour race that promises another fascinating chapter in this year’s FIA World Endurance Championship.

Where to watch the 2026 WEC 6 Hours of São Paulo

Fans can follow every session of the São Paulo weekend through the official FIA World Endurance Championship broadcasting partners. The FIAWEC+ platform provides live timing throughout the event and offers live coverage of practice sessions, qualifying and the race itself in supported territories.

Discovery+ will also stream the qualifying sessions, Hyperpole and the full six-hour race, while selected practice sessions will additionally be available on the official FIA WEC YouTube channel, giving fans multiple ways to follow the action throughout the weekend.

Ferrari looking to respond after Le Mans disappointment

Ferrari heads to Brazil determined to return to winning form after a difficult outing at the 24 Hours of Le Mans, where Toyota emerged victorious following another impressive endurance performance. The Italian manufacturer remains firmly in the championship fight, but knows that a strong result at Interlagos could prove vital before the season enters its decisive phase.

Toyota once again arrives as one of the favourites after its Le Mans success, while Cadillac, BMW, Alpine and Peugeot continue to close the gap in the Hypercar category. Genesis has also attracted significant attention following its encouraging pace during its latest endurance appearances and will be hoping to continue building momentum.

With one of the most competitive Hypercar fields in FIA WEC history and a circuit renowned for producing unpredictable races, the 2026 6 Hours of São Paulo has all the ingredients to deliver another thrilling chapter in this season’s World Endurance Championship.