Reigning Porsche Carrera Cup Brazil Champion, Nicolas Costa, will join Gregoire Saucy and James Cottingham in the #59 McLaren 720S GT3 Evo for this year’s FIA World Endurance Championship.
Costa took victory in the 12 races over the Porsche Carrera Cup Brazil season in 2023, with a further four podiums meaning he missed the podium just once in the entire year. This took him to the title and, ultimately, a race seat with United Autosports in a McLaren.
“I’m very excited for what’s about to happen. It’s a dream come true to be racing for McLaren Automotive and United Autosports … to be a part of this partnership is an honour,” said the Brazilian.
“I’m really looking forward to this year, driving such a great car and competing at world championship level in Brazil … and the 24 Hours of Le Mans … it’s something I’ve always dreamed of!”
WEC will include a round in Brazil’s this year, the 6 Hours of Sao Paulo, taking place at Interlagos for the first time since 2014.
“Nicolas had a fantastic 2023 season, dominating the Porsche Carrera Cup Brazil and clearly demonstrating his GT3 capabilities,” said Richard Dean, United Autosports CEO.
“Together with FIA Formula 3 podium placer Gregoire Saucy and British GT vice-champion James Cottingham, the #59 is set to be an exciting entry in a hugely competitive 2024 grid.”
