Hanson and Albuquerque reappointed to United Autosports

Everything is going well for Phil Hanson and Filipe Albuquerque. A few days after winning the final of the European Le Mans Series at the Portimao circuit (Portugal), the Anglo-Portuguese duo have been confirmed on board the United Autosports team's Ligier JS P217 for the 2019 season.

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Phil Hanson, who this year became the youngest winner in ELMS (19 years old), enjoys staying in the same environment. “I couldn't be happier, it's a great learning lesson. » His partner will be the former official Audi Sport driver Philip Albuquerque, who becomes a veteran of the United Autosports house as he will begin his third year of contract.

“We will approach 2019 with a better understanding of the proto. We hope to be able to snatch the title at the end of the campaign. » An ambition shared by Richard Dean, the owner and Managing Director of United Autosports. “Phil and Filipe work very well together. We win races every year, so there is no reason not to challenge for the title. »