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Rolex Testimonee Jamie Chadwick is set for her first taste of the historic 24 Hours of Le Mans at this year’s 93rd running of the event.
Rolex Testimonee Jamie Chadwick is gearing up for her debut at the prestigious 24 Hours of Le Mans during this year’s 93rd edition of the event, marking a significant milestone in her racing career.
Having secured her place in history by becoming the first overall female race winner in the 2025 European Le Mans Series with IDEC Sport, Chadwick, alongside teammates Mathys Jaubert and Daniel Juncadella, has dominated the four-hour races in Catalunya and Le Castellet.
In preparation for the Hyundai/Genesis Hypercar program next season, Chadwick and her team have collaborated with IDEC Sport to familiarize themselves with the sportscar racing discipline, paving the way for a potential groundbreaking moment as Chadwick eyes becoming the first female driver to compete in a Hypercar.
Expressing her excitement ahead of the 24-hour race at Le Mans, Chadwick emphasized her eagerness to learn and embrace the entire experience, with valuable guidance from fellow Rolex Testimonee and four-time Le Mans winner Tom Kristensen.
Chadwick’s presence at this year’s Rolex 24 at Daytona as a Grand Marshal further underlined her status as a rising star in the world of endurance racing, culminating in the iconic ‘Start your engines’ announcement for the 2025 IMSA SportsCar Championship season-opener.
With IDEC Sport targeting victory at Le Mans with their #18 Oreca 07, aiming to replicate their previous podium successes, the anticipation is high for Chadwick and her team as they set their sights on conquering the challenges of the iconic endurance race.
In a nod to the rich history of Le Mans, four-time Le Mans winner Yannick Dalmas has been named Grand Marshal for the 93rd edition, adding further prestige to an event that continues to captivate motorsport enthusiasts worldwide.
