WEC / Le Mans – Nico Hülkenberg with Porsche at Le Mans and Spa

As we mentioned in issue 1985 of AUTOhebdo, last November 5, the relations between Porsche and German Nico Hulkenberg had tightened to such an extent that an offer seemed to have been put on the table for 24 Hours of Le Mans. The information was confirmed today since the Stuttgart manufacturer formalized the arrival of the 27-year-old driver in the third 919 Hybrid for the Le Mans double clock tour on June 13 and 14.

“Porsche and Le Mans, this combination probably attracts every racing driver, admits the Force India driver F1. I have been a Porsche fan for a long time and have watched their return to the LMP1 category closely. The desire grew to drive this car at Le Mans. I am very happy that the 1 F2015 calendar allows it and I am very grateful to Force India for giving me this chance. Now it's up to me to work hard to satisfy both commitments. »

In addition to this participation at the top of the seasonEndurance, “Hülk” will be lined up for the 6 Hours of Spa in Belgium on May 2, to carry out a first dress rehearsal, before the Test day on May 31 on the Le Mans circuit. “We have a clear roadmap in place that should allow him to exploit his capabilities at Le Mans. » also indicates Andreas Seidl, Team Principal.