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Ilott: "Great surprise" to land Jota WEC drive after IndyCar exit
British driver Callum Ilott has joined Jota’s #12 Porsche 963 team for the 2024 WEC season. This expansion allows Jota to have two Hypercar entries. Ilott, who was expecting to remain with Juncos Hollinger, expressed his surprise and gratitude for the opportunity to revisit sportscar racing. Jota team boss Sam Hignett revealed that they quickly reached a deal after the final round of the 2023 WEC in Bahrain. Ilott has already had the chance to drive the Porsche 963 and praised its versatility and complexity.