Genesis Magma Racing has announced that Dani Juncadella has had his factory contract renewed for 2027, becoming the first driver confirmed by the brand for next season.
The confirmation took place ahead of his home race in Barcelona over the weekend, before the WEC’s first race in Spain.
“I’m already massively motivated for next season,” said Juncadella. “My first season in Hypercar has been a valuable experience. As a rookie, even at 35, there were still a lot of things to learn, but I feel like I have got better and better through the season, and so has the team.
“It’s great to receive this news at my home race because I have my family and friends around to enjoy the moment with me. It’s great that WEC is racing in Barcelona – it’s something I never really expected – and being part of the event while confirming my place in the team has left me really pumped up for the race.”
In 2026, for the Korean brand’s first campaign in Hypercar, Juncadella has shared the #19 GMR-001 with Paul-Loup Chatin and Mathieu Jaminet. He also contributed to the car’s initial development after being confirmed as part of the 2026 squad in September 2025.
“Dani’s performances this season have been consistently impressive, and his recent WEC experience has been very important to the team,” said Genesis Magma Racing sporting director, Gabriele Tarquini.
“I’m very happy that we can confirm him for 2027, and I hope we can achieve further milestones together in the final two rounds of this season.”
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