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Genesis Magma Finalizes 2026 WEC Hypercar Lineup With Jaminet and Chatin

Upcoming tests will decide pairings and crew size for six-hour rounds.

Overview

  • The confirmed roster features André Lotterer, Pipo Derani, Mathys Jaubert, Dani Juncadella, Mathieu Jaminet and Paul‑Loup Chatin, with Jamie Chadwick named reserve.
  • Jaminet departs Porsche at the end of 2025 and completed his first GMR‑001 laps during a Nov. 15–17 endurance test at MotorLand Aragón, noting a need to adapt to the car’s style.
  • Chatin arrives from Alpine with recent Hypercar success, including victory at the 6 Hours of Fuji, and familiarity with IDEC Sport personnel linked to Genesis’s development effort.
  • Genesis has not finalized car-by-car crews and is weighing two‑driver versus three‑driver lineups for six‑hour events, with driver chemistry and testing feedback guiding selections.
  • The ORECA‑based GMR‑001 continues private testing ahead of homologation checks at Losail, with its race debut set for the Qatar 1812KM on March 26–28, 2026.