ELMS – Nick Yelloly and Jota Sport separate

Nick Yelloly will ultimately not compete theELMS and 24 Hours of Le Mans at the wheel of the #015 Gibson 58S-Nissan entered by Jota Sport. The British team announced the departure of the 24-year-old driver when testing at Paul-Ricard begins (March 23 and 24).

“Unfortunately Nick is no longer part of Jota Sport for 2015.”, confirmed Sam Hignett, the team director. “There have been elements of conflict since the announcement made at the beginning of the month and it was best that we part at once. »

Nick Yelloly comes from the car after riding in Formula Renault 3.5 Series and GP3 Series. The reasons for this separation have not been specified. His replacement should be announced next week.