McLaren has officially finalized its driver roster for the upcoming FIA World Endurance Championship campaign after confirming Malthe Jakobsen as their sixth factory driver. The young Danish talent will join the British manufacturer's ambitious Hypercar project ahead of their much-anticipated series debut.
Jakobsen spent the previous two WEC seasons racing behind the wheel of the Peugeot 9X8, most notably securing an impressive pole position during the Spa-Francorchamps round in 2026. His consistent pace and maturity caught the attention of team bosses as they assembled a formidable lineup for the new MCL-HY prototype.
McLaren Hypercar Team Principal James Barclay expressed high praise for the team's newest acquisition, emphasizing his blend of outright speed and technical understanding.
"We are thrilled to welcome Malthe to the McLaren Hypercar team. He has already established himself as one of the most promising young talents in endurance racing, combining impressive speed and consistency with the technical acumen that is so crucial at the highest level," Barclay stated.
"As we purposefully work toward our WEC debut in 2027, Malthe is a fantastic addition to our driver lineup, and we are excited to see him behind the wheel of the MCL-HY," he added.
For Malthe Jakobsen, securing the seat represents a career-defining moment and a chance to write a new chapter with an iconic motorsport powerhouse.
"I am extremely excited to become part of the team. It is simply incredible to belong to this project and brand, especially as they compete in WEC, Formula 1, and IndyCar with the ultimate goal of conquering the Triple Crown," Jakobsen said.
"The team's history, including the Le Mans victory back in 1995, is something very special, and it is an absolute honor for me to represent McLaren on the global stage," he concluded.
With Jakobsen completing the roster alongside Mikkel Jensen, Laurens Vanthoor, Alex Lynn, Leonardo Fornaroli, and junior development graduate Gregoire Saucy, McLaren boasts a diverse and dynamic driver pool. However, the exact crew pairings across the two MCL-HY machines have yet to be officially announced by the team management.
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