Overview
- Ford confirmed Sargeant’s signing at its Detroit launch, placing him alongside Mike Rockenfeller and Sebastian Priaulx for the Hypercar return.
- Sargeant said he will spend 2026 on development work with Ford’s prototype and expects to get real track time later this year.
- Ford LMDh chief Dan Sayers cited Sargeant’s technical sophistication and high-downforce experience as key reasons for the hire.
- Sargeant’s pathway included the WEC Bahrain rookie test in November and recent IMSA LMP2 outings, with a 2026 IMSA return also planned.
- He previously started 36 grands prix for Williams across 2023–24, scored one point, and was replaced for the final nine rounds of 2024.