Nicolas Costa, the reigning Porsche Carrera Cup Brazil Champion, has become the second WEC LMGT3 driver announced by United Autosports today after Nico Pino was confirmed for the 2024 season this afternoon.
The 31-year-old Brazillian will join forces with Gregoire Saucy and James Cottingham, completing the 2024 line-up for the team’s WEC-bound #59 McLaren 720S GT3 EVO.
“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,” says Costa.
The 31-year-old had a stellar 2023 season in the Porsche Carrera Cup Brazil taking four pole positions and seven victories in 12 races en route to the title.
“Nicolas had a fantastic 2023 season, dominating the Porsche Carrera Cup Brazil and clearly demonstrating his GT3 capabilities,” says 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.”
“I’m really looking forward to this year,” concludes Costa, “driving such a great car and competing at the world championship level in Brazil … and the 24 Hours of Le Mans … it’s something I’ve always dreamed of!”
Image courtesy of United Autosports
