Michael Fassbender preparing for 24 Hours of Le Mans race debut

The 45-year-old says he’s trying to 'settle the nerves' ahead of his debut in the race, which is the culmination of a multi-year journey to compete in the French endurance classic

BARCELONA, SPAIN - AUGUST 15: Michael Fassbender of Ireland and Porsche Motorsport removes his helmet after qualifying for the Porsche Mobil 1 Supercup at Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya on August 15, 2020 in Barcelona, Spain. (Photo by Bryn Lennon/Getty Images)

Kerry actor Michael Fassbender is taking on his toughest challenge yet as he makes his debut in 24 Hours of Le Mans.

The 45-year-old says he’s trying to “settle the nerves” ahead of his debut in the race, which is the culmination of a multi-year journey for the Irish actor to compete in the French endurance classic.