Breaking—McLaren Racing will return to World of Endurance Racing in 2027​.

In a thrilling development for motorsport enthusiasts, McLaren Racing has officially declared its entry into the Hypercar class for the 2027 FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC).

McLaren's re-entry into endurance racing aligns with its ambition to achieve the motorsport Triple Crown in a single year: victories at the Monaco Grand Prix, the Indianapolis 500, and the 24 Hours of Le Mans. Having previously secured wins at all three events—Monaco in 1984, Indy 500 in 1974, and Le Mans in 1995—McLaren stands as the only team to have accomplished this feat. The 2027 campaign presents an opportunity to replicate this success within a single season. ​

This return is significant, as it comes over three decades after McLaren's iconic victory at Le Mans in 1995 with the F1 GTR. The brand aims to compete in the Hypercar class, the pinnacle of endurance racing, which features purpose-built hybrid prototypes vying for overall victories.

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While specific details about McLaren's Hypercar program remain under wraps, the announcement has already generated excitement within the motorsport community.

The 2027 WEC season is shaping up to be highly competitive—but McLaren remains determined to make a dominant return and reassert its legacy among endurance racing’s elite.

McLaren's return to endurance racing signifies a bold step in its racing strategy, aiming to blend its rich heritage with modern technological advancements. Fans and competitors alike eagerly await further developments as McLaren prepares to make its mark once again on the world endurance stage.​ Stay tuned as more details come to light.