Pit Debrief

Garage 59 shine on 2026 WEC debut with pole and race lead at Imola before late mechanical failure denies victory in dramatic fashion.

Garage 59 shows front-running pace before late Imola drama derails 2026 WEC opener

Karishma Persad4 days ago4 days ago05 mins

Garage 59 experienced the full emotional spectrum of endurance racing during its debut in the FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) at the 6 Hours of Imola. The British squad arrived with a new challenge—taking over the operation of McLaren’s LMGT3 programme—and immediately demonstrated its potential with a commanding performance. From securing pole position on debut…

Tom Fleming secures LMGT3 pole at Imola as Garage 59 impresses on debut in a dramatic 2026 FIA WEC Hyperpole session.

2026 | WEC | 6 Hours of Imola | Qualifying & Hyperpole | LMGT3 | Fleming shines on Imola debut as Garage 59 announces arrival

Karishma Persad2 weeks ago2 weeks ago04 mins

Tom Fleming made an unforgettable impression in his first FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) appearance, kicking off 2026 by storming to LMGT3 pole at Imola. Driving for Garage 59, the 23-year-old Brit dominated the Hyperpole shootout with a commanding lap that left his rivals chasing shadows. From the outset, Fleming controlled the session. He consistently…

Garage 59 confirms strong McLaren Pro and Gold Cup line-ups as it targets 2026 GTWC Europe titles on all fronts.

Garage 59 doubles down on title ambitions with powerful 2026 GTWC Europe line-ups and continued McLaren backing

Karishma Persad2 months ago2 months ago04 mins

Garage 59 has underlined its title ambitions by confirming formidable driver line-ups for both its Pro and Gold Cup entries in the upcoming 2026 GTWC Europe season. Building on its most successful campaign in a decade, the British squad has opted for continuity, confidence and proven pace. All six drivers return from last year’s programme,…

Garage 59 prepares for its 2026 FIA WEC debut with McLaren, as Team Principal Andrew Kirkaldy sets sights on podiums and race wins.

Garage 59 targets race wins ahead of 2026 WEC debut

Karishma Persad3 months ago2 months ago06 mins

Garage 59 is preparing for its long-awaited 2026 debut in the FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC), and despite recognising the scale of the challenge ahead, the British outfit has clear ambitions for the future. Team Principal Andrew Kirkaldy insists that the team’s objectives remain unchanged, even as it steps onto the world championship stage. “As…