Eurosport has announced that it will produce and broadcast Dempsey races Le Mans – a series of five 13-minute programmes following Grey’s Anatomy star Patrick Dempsey as he races on the Le Mans 24 Hours event. The 5-part series premiered March 9, and fans will also be able to catch exclusive interviews as well as behind-the-scenes footage from the American Le Mans Series events he will race on the road to Le Mans 24 Hours.

Julien Bergeaud, Director of Broadcasting and programmes, Eurosport Group said, “This series of programmes will be a fascinating insight into the preparations required to compete in the world’s most iconic motor race. The fact that the driver involved is a globally recognised star of the level of Patrick Dempsey gives the story a unique added dimension. It demonstrates Eurosport’s ability to work closely with the biggest names to create real “event” television, reflecting our position as the sports channel of reference in Europe and beyond.”