Enduring appeal

ENDURANCE is the key for Andy Priaulx as he prepares for his ninth season as a BMW driver.

The Sarnian's very busy 2011 programme, which was announced yesterday by the German manufacturer, includes the iconic Le Mans 24 Hours and starts with the 12 Hours of Sebring in Florida in March.

The triple world champion will be driving a works BMW M3 GT2 in the Intercontinental Le Mans Cup and has been confirmed as a regular driver for BMW Team Schnitzer.

'I am really looking forward to this year as we are competing in some great races on three continents,' Priaulx (pictured) said.

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