Photo: Instagram/LeBron James LeBron James , the renowned basketball player, has been chosen as the official starter for the upcoming Le Mans 24 Hours race, commemorating the event's centenary, according to organizers of the endurance classic. With his impressive basketball career, as the leading scorer in NBA history and a four-time champion, James joins a distinguished lineup of celebrity starters who have fulfilled this ceremonial role throughout the race's history. Past starters have included Hollywood actor Brad Pitt in 2016 and iconic figure Steve McQueen , who started the race in 1971 while starring in the film "Le Mans" and lowered the French flag. Photo: Instagram/LeBron James On Saturday, the highly-anticipated race will see LeBron James initiating the action for the field of 62 competitors. Expressing his enthusiasm, the 38-year-old athlete stated, "There's nothing like seeing and experiencing sports at their highest level." He also expresse...