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Peugeot Sport support driver Malthe Jakobsen was ‘of course’ disappointed after the team did not opt to enter him in one of their 9X8s though acknowledged the team’s wider intentions to run the drivers who will compete at Le Mans with their new car. When asked about the matter of being put to the sidelines, […]
When asked about being sidelined, Jakobsen expressed understanding of the team’s decision to prioritize team environment and unity in preparation for the 24 Hours of Le Mans. Peugeot is the only team in the 2024 FIA World Endurance Championship to field two-driver lineups for both their Hypercar entries due to a clash with the Formula E World Championship. Despite not racing, Jakobsen remains a reserve driver for Peugeot and has participated in private tests with the team’s revised 9X8 Le Mans Hypercar. His role within the team has transitioned from reserve driver to support driver, allowing him to continue learning and developing as both a driver and individual. There are no scheduling conflicts between his commitments in the ELMS with COOL Racing and his role with Peugeot in the WEC, and he’s set to compete in the upcoming Le Mans race in June.
