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Before the F1 launch, Ford outlined its plans for its Hypercar project – including its driver line-up for 2027
Ford revealed its 2026 motorsport ambitions at a press conference in Detroit, with a focus on Formula 1 and the World Endurance Championship Hypercar project led by Dan Sayers.
The Hypercar program aims to return to endurance racing’s top tier, with Logan Sargeant, a former F1 driver, joining the team for technical expertise and high-downforce experience.
Sargeant will start with a LMGT3 campaign in the WEC in 2026, transitioning to the Hypercar project. His return to factory racing with Ford marks a significant opportunity for both parties.
Joining Sargeant are Mike Rockenfeller, a veteran with extensive endurance racing experience, and Sebastian Priaulx, who have already proven themselves with two wins in IMSA using Ford’s Mustang GT3.
Ford’s lineup of drivers represents a blend of talent, experience, and potential, setting the stage for their return to endurance racing prominence in 2027.
