Excitement is mounting in the world of endurance racing as McLaren Automotive, in collaboration with its esteemed racing partner United Autosports, pulls back the curtain on the stunning livery of their two 720S GT3 EVO cars set to dominate the tracks in the 2024 FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) season.
Marking its much-anticipated debut in the WEC, McLaren enters the fray with the powerful 720S GT3 EVO, poised to conquer the new LM GT3 class. The calendar boasts eight exhilarating races, notably including the prestigious 24 Hours of Le Mans, a return for McLaren since its triumphant victory back in 1998. Rewind further, and you'll find McLaren's inaugural Le Mans victory 29 years ago with the legendary #59 F1 GTR, etching a historic link with the endurance classic.
For McLaren, the 2024 season signifies a significant milestone as it embarks on a quest to conquer motorsport's illustrious Triple Crown in a single season, having already clinched victories at the Monaco Grand Prix and Indianapolis 500. The 720S GT3 EVO cars, bearing the iconic #59 and #95 numbers in homage to McLaren's Le Mans conquest in 1995, flaunt a livery that pays homage to the brand's iconic racing heritage, seamlessly blending echoes of past McLaren liveries with the contemporary designs seen in Formula 1 and IndyCar.
The captivating 2024 McLaren-United Autosports WEC livery is meticulously crafted, featuring a striking chevron formation divided into three sections. A seamless transition from satin black at the front to a glossy finish at the rear, adorned with the iconic McLaren Papaya, encapsulates the essence of speed and style. The Papaya hue also graces the rear wing, aerodynamic dive planes, side mirrors, and windscreen strip of the #59 car, adding a distinctive flair to the ensemble.
As anticipation reaches a fever pitch ahead of the Official Prologue at Qatar on February 24-25, the driver lineup for the 2024 season has been unveiled. The #59 car will be piloted by the talented trio of Gregoire Saucy from Switzerland, Britain's James Cottingham, and Brazilian sensation Nicolas Costa. Meanwhile, the #95 car will be entrusted to the capable hands of Japan's Marino Sato, Chilean driver Nico Pino, and British ace Josh Caygill.
The action-packed 2024 WEC season kicks off in Qatar on March 2, traversing iconic circuits like Imola, Spa-Francorchamps, and culminating in the legendary Le Mans race in Europe. The championship then embarks on an exhilarating journey across continents, with stops in Sao Paulo, Texas, Japan, before reaching its grand finale in Bahrain in November.
"We are proud to present the 720S GT3 EVO alongside our Racing Partner United Autosports as we gear up for our WEC debut in Qatar. Racing is ingrained in the DNA of McLaren, and the WEC provides the perfect platform to showcase the performance prowess of our supercar engineering programs. The iconic livery pays homage to our Le Mans victory, a pivotal moment in McLaren's illustrious history," remarked Michael Leiters, CEO of McLaren Automotive.
Richard Dean, CEO of United Autosports, echoed the sentiment, saying, "This is a proud moment as we unveil the new McLaren livery for its return to Le Mans and the WEC. Rooted in racing heritage yet distinctly contemporary, the design exudes the winning spirit synonymous with McLaren. It's a thrilling addition to the 2024 McLaren lineup, and we are poised for success across Formula 1, IndyCar, and now, the WEC."
As McLaren and United Autosports gear up to make their mark on the world stage, all eyes are set on Qatar as the countdown to the 2024 FIA WEC season opener begins. With a winning combination of cutting-edge technology, seasoned drivers, and a legacy of excellence, expect nothing short of adrenaline-fueled action and fierce competition from this dynamic duo.
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