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Mercedes accepts slim chances of joining LMGT3 class in 2024 WEC
Stefan Wendl, the head of customer racing at Mercedes-AMG, acknowledged that their chances of securing entries in the oversubscribed class for the World Endurance Championship (WEC) are not looking promising. However, they are still working on laying the foundation for a two-car entry of Mercedes-AMG GT3s with one of their customer teams. Wendl expressed hope and mentioned that they have multiple teams with the financial resources to support such a project. The final decision depends on the number of Le Mans Hypercar and LMDh entries in the Hypercar class. Priority is given to manufacturers racing in the Hypercar class, which includes brands like Ferrari, Porsche, BMW, Lamborghini, Cadillac, and Toyota’s sister brands. Ford and McLaren have already announced their intent to race in the LMGT3 class, suggesting they have received assurances from the WEC organizers. The deadline for entries for the 2024 WEC is November 20th.
Source: motorsport
