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Manufacturers split over potential WEC success handicaps introduction

The Hypercar manufacturers are divided over the need for success handicaps being potentially used in the World Endurance Championship from 2026

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Cadillac reveals who will replace Jenson Button in 2026 WEC line-up

As Button bows out of professional motor racing after a career spanning almost three decades, Aitken steps in as his replacement

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Aitken replaces Button in Cadillac's 2026 WEC line-up

As Jenson Button bows out of professional racing after a career spanning almost three decades, Jack Aitken steps in as his replacement

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Porsche’s rivals react to its “sad” exit from Hypercar: ‘It’s bad news for WEC’

Manufacturers across the WEC paddock have expressed disappointment at Porsche’s decision to end its Hypercar programme

Motorsport

Manthey certain of 2026 WEC LMGT3 entry despite Porsche’s Hypercar exit

Even with Porsche pulling out of Hypercar, Manthey expects its LMGT3 plans in WEC to continue uninterrupted

Motorsport

Manthey confident of WEC 2026 entry despite Porsche Hypercar exit

Even with Porsche pulling out of Hypercar, Manthey expects its LMGT3 plans in WEC to continue uninterrupted

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Ferrari commits to WEC Hypercar class until end of 2029 season

Ferrari has brought its contract with the World Endurance Championship in line with the current Hypercar rules, which are in place until the end of 2029

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Ferrari extends WEC contract to move in line with Hypercar cycle

The current Hypercar rules are in place until the end of 2029

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Ferrari driver Alessio Rovera ‘not in frame’ for 2026 WEC Hypercar seat

Despite impressive performances in GT3 ranks and prior experience of prototype machinery, Rovera may have to wait until at least 2027 to get his big break in Hypercar

Motorsport

Rovera not in contention for WEC 2026 Ferrari Hypercar seat

Despite impressive performances in GT3 ranks and prior experience of prototype machinery, Rovera may have to wait until at least 2027 to get his big break in Hypercar

Autosport

Jenson Button's next move predicted after racing retirement

Jenson Button has retired from racing after his final WEC outing in Bahrain, sparking fan speculation that the 2009 F1 champion could step up to a full-time broadcast role

Motorsport

Ferrari compares maiden WEC Hypercar title to Le Mans wins

In just three seasons, Ferrari has achieved all the major milestones in Hypercar

Autosport

Toyota relieved 2025 WEC season is 'over’ after year of frustrations

Toyota ended an otherwise frustrating 2025 campaign with a dominant win, but it drew more relief from the fact that the season was over

Motorsport

How Ferrari played the championship game with Toyota just out of reach

As Toyota stormed to a 1-2 in Bahrain, Ferrari secured the World Endurance Championship manufacturers' title and a 1-2-3 in the drivers' standings. It was also in with a sniff of victory in the finale, but opted to play it safe with its direct title rivals unable to take the…

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Why WEC’s Bahrain finale was the ‘biggest disappointment’ for Porsche 963 programme

It was a tough farewell for Porsche from the Hypercar class as both 963s finished outside of the top 10

Autosport

Da Costa tops WEC Bahrain test for Alpine

Alpine's Antonio Felix da Costa led the way as a mix of rookies and veterans shared the track in the post-season test

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Antonio Felix da Costa tops WEC Bahrain test for Alpine

Alpine's da Costa led the way as a mix of rookies and veterans shared the track in the post-season test

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WEC Bahrain: Ferrari crowned Hypercar champion as Toyota wins finale

Toyota ends win drought as Ferrari clinches historic world titles in Bahrain

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Williams shares heartfelt tribute to Jenson Button ahead of racing retirement

On the day of his final WEC race in Bahrain, Williams paid tribute to 2009 F1 champion Jenson Button

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Ex-F1 driver Logan Sargeant joins Bahrain WEC rookie test

Sargeant continues to deepen his involvement sportscar racing after being dropped from F1 midway through 2024

Autosport

Sargeant joins Bahrain WEC rookie test with Proton Ford

Logan Sargeant continues to deepen his involvement sportscar racing after being dropped from F1 midway through 2024

Motorsport

WEC Bahrain: Toyota takes first 2025 pole with 1-2 in qualifying

Toyota has secured its first pole position of the 2025 WEC campaign, with Kamui Kobayashi leading a 1-2 in qualifying for the Bahrain 8 Hours

Autosport

WEC Bahrain: Toyota takes first pole in 2025 with 1-2 in qualifying

Toyota has secured its first pole position of the 2025 WEC campaign, with a 1-2 in qualifying for the Bahrain 8 Hours

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Proton can't fund two-car Porsche Hypercar entry in WEC 2026

Porsche set to be completely absent from Hypercar in the WEC next year following its factory withdrawal

Motorsport

Proton admits it can’t fund two-car Porsche Hypercar entry in WEC 2026

Porsche may be completely absent from Hypercar next year following its factory withdrawal

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