McLaren Confirms Gregoire Saucy as Full-Time Driver for 2027 WEC Hypercar Campaign

McLaren Racing has officially promoted Gregoire Saucy to a full-time race seat in its MCL-HY Hypercar program for the 2027 World Endurance Championship season. The Swiss driver, who began his sportscar career with United Autosports in the European Le Mans Series and the Le Mans 24 Hours, has been part of McLaren’s driver lineup for several years.

Saucy’s progression reflects McLaren’s commitment to nurturing young talent as it prepares for its highly anticipated WEC Hypercar debut. His experience in LMP2 machinery and endurance racing provides a solid foundation for tackling the challenges of the Hypercar class.

This announcement marks a significant step in McLaren’s return to top-tier endurance racing, underscoring the team’s ambition to compete at the highest level in the World Endurance Championship. The 2027 season will be a pivotal moment as McLaren seeks to establish itself among the elite Hypercar contenders.