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Jamie Chadwick will step up to the Hypercar class in WEC next year, with Genesis Magma Racing.
Jamie Chadwick will make history as the first female Hypercar reserve driver in the World Endurance Championship next season. She has joined forces with Genesis Magma Racing and will take on additional development roles. Recently, she became the second woman to drive a Hypercar class car during a test at Magny-Cours in France. Chadwick, a three-time W-Series champion and F1 pundit, will reveal her 2026 racing plans at a later date. In 2021, she helped IDEC Sport team secure three wins and finish third overall in ELMS. Chadwick expressed her excitement for her new role and the opportunity to contribute to the GMR-001 Hypercar’s development. She appreciates the chance to test and improve in this higher category, highlighting the value it brings to her overall racing career and her collaboration with engineers. Chadwick praised the impressive GMR-001 Hypercar and highlighted the advantages of its advanced systems and the continuous evolution of the team’s testing efforts. She looks forward to driving this outstanding vehicle and being part of an excellent team.
