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Isotta Fraschini’s withdrawal of its Hypercar program from the remainder of the current WEC season means that two grid slots have effectively been freed up for 2025 if plans for a return come…
Isotta Fraschini’s withdrawal from the Hypercar program for the current WEC season has opened up two grid slots for 2025 if they decide not to return. The Italian brand would have been obligated to bring a second Tipo6-C to the grid per regulations. However, with nine two-car Hypercar factory teams expected for 2025 and nine LMGT3 teams, only four additional cars can fit in the expanded 40-car grid. Mercedes-AMG has expressed interest in joining the LMGT3 class with customer teams, aiming to participate in future Le Mans and WEC events. Other potential entrants include the returning AF Corse and Proton Competition in the Hypercar and LMGT3 categories respectively. Proton is considering expanding its program to include two LMGT3 cars alongside its Hypercar entries, with growing driver interest and discussions with WEC organizers to accommodate the plans.
