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Genesis Magma Racing retains six Hypercar drivers for the 2027 WEC season as Abiteboul and Tarquini back continuity after a debut.
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Genesis Magma Racing retains full six-driver line-up for 2027 WEC season

Karishma Persad07 mins

Genesis Magma Racing has confirmed that all six of its current drivers will remain with the team for the 2027 FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC), prioritising continuity as the Korean manufacturer prepares for its second season in the Hypercar category. André Lotterer, Pipo Derani, Mathys Jaubert, Mathieu Jaminet, Paul-Loup Chatin and Daniel Juncadella will continue…

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Lotterer praises Jaubert's historic Genesis WEC pole at Barcelona as Abiteboul reflects on progress and Juncadella stays for 2027.
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Lotterer hails Jaubert’s historic Genesis WEC pole in Barcelona as Abiteboul praises team’s progress

Karishma Persad08 mins

André Lotterer praised Genesis Magma Racing teammate Mathys Jaubert after the 21-year-old secured the manufacturer’s first FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) Hypercar pole position at the 2026 6 Hours of Barcelona. The two-time World Endurance Champion described the Frenchman’s performance as a significant milestone for the Korean manufacturer’s developing programme. Jaubert recorded a 1:30.166 during…

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FIA WEC drivers have welcomed the 2027 return of Silverstone, praising its fast layout, racing history and passionate British fans.
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WEC drivers excited for Silverstone return in 2027 after nearly decade away

Karishma Persad07 mins

Silverstone will return to the FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) calendar in 2027, bringing the series back to the Home of British Motorsport for the first time in almost a decade. The circuit shares a long history with the championship, having hosted the fourth FIA WEC race in 2012. Audi Sport Team Joest won that…

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Genesis Magma Racing prepares for its 2026 FIA WEC debut at Imola, focusing on reliability, learning and steady progress in Hypercar class.
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Genesis Magma Racing targets learning curve in 2026 WEC Hypercar campaign

Karishma Persad07 mins

The 2026 FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) season represents a defining milestone for Genesis Magma Racing, as the marque officially steps into top-level endurance racing for the very first time. This ambitious Hypercar programme signals not only a technical challenge, but also a clear statement of intent from Hyundai’s premium division to compete against the…

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Genesis Magma Racing surpasses 8,000km with its GMR-001 Hypercar in Barcelona, marking a key reliability milestone ahead of 2026 FIA WEC debut.
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Genesis Magma Racing reaches key reliability milestone with GMR-001 Hypercar ahead of 2026 WEC campaign

Karishma Persad04 mins

Genesis Magma Racing has achieved a significant development milestone in its preparations for the 2026 FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC), as the GMR-001 Hypercar surpassed 8,000km of running during testing at the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya. Genesis Magma Racing reaches key reliability milestone with GMR-001 Hypercar ahead of 2026 WEC campaign The Hyundai premium brand launched…

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Genesis Magma Racing confirms Mathieu Jaminet and Paul-Loup Chatin to complete its 2026 FIA WEC Hypercar driver line-up.
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Genesis Magma Racing finalises 2026 WEC Hypercar driver line-up

Karishma Persad05 mins

Genesis Magma Racing has completed its driver line-up for the 2026 FIA World Endurance Championship, confirming Mathieu Jaminet and Paul-Loup Chatin as the final additions to its Hypercar programme. The Korean manufacturer will make its debut in the championship’s top category next March and has opted for a blend of proven experience and emerging talent…

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Genesis Magma Racing adds Mathys Jaubert and Daniel Juncadella to its 2026 FIA WEC Hypercar line-up alongside Lotterer and Derani.
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Genesis Magma Racing confirms Jaubert and Juncadella for 2026 FIA WEC Hypercar programme

Karishma Persad06 mins

Genesis Magma Racing has confirmed two additional drivers for its 2026 FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) Hypercar programme, strengthening its line-up ahead of the team’s debut season in 2026. Mathys Jaubert and Daniel Juncadella will join the previously announced André Lotterer and Pipo Derani as the Hyundai-owned brand prepares to enter the championship’s top category…

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Genesis Magma Racing’s GMR-001 Hypercar completes its first shakedown ahead of an extensive testing programme before its 2026 WEC debut.
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Genesis Magma Racing begins testing programme for 2026 FIA WEC Hypercar entry

Karishma Persad03 mins

Genesis Magma Racing has taken a significant step towards its 2026 debut in the FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) after its new Genesis GMR-001 Hypercar successfully completed its first on-track shakedown. The car, which will compete in the championship’s top-tier Hypercar category from 2026, represents the centrepiece of the manufacturer’s ambitious endurance racing programme. ORECA…

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