Genesis Magma Racing and IDEC Sport couldn't have dreamed of a better start to their collaboration.

Two wins in two races for the No. 18 Oreca of IDEC Sport in the colors of Magma Racing, the team of the Korean manufacturer Genesis, in European Le Mans Series (ELMS). After winning the 4 Hours of Barcelona at the beginning of April, the same trio, composed of Jamie Chadwick, Mathys Jaubert and Daniel Juncadella, did it again at the 4 Hours of Castellet this weekend.

In changeable weather conditions, the excellent pace of the three drivers, combined with smart strategic decisions made at the right time, allowed the French team to continue its excellent start to the LMP2 season. It also allowed the team, founded by Patrice Lafargue, to celebrate its 10th anniversary in style.

For Genesis, which will enter the Hypercar category of the World ChampionshipEndurance in 2026, This first season in ELMS was supposed to be one of learning. As much for the staff as for the drivers. Ultimately, it's also about immediate performance.

Genesis and IDEC Sport in ELMS: “From the outside, it might look easy, but it’s not.”

If, before the start of the season, Cyril Abiteboul, the Team Principal of the Korean team, believed that it was "the overall evolution during the season that interests us", he can only be delighted with the perfect start to collaboration between all parties involved.

“This weekend, the entire team did an excellent job: the Genesis Magma Racing staff, IDEC Sport and the three drivers – Jamie, Dani and Mathys. Two wins in two races is a great start for everyone in the Genesis Magma Racing Trajectory program.”, assures the Frenchman in a press release from his team.

“From the outside, it might seem easy. But I assure you, it isn’t. In both races, and especially at Le Castellet, every strategic decision had to be the right one. The drivers had to manage very difficult track conditions, which they did brilliantly. Everyone is working perfectly together, and we’re getting the results that reflect that.”, concludes Cyril Abiteboul.

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