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McLaren Returns to Le Mans with MCL-HY Hypercar

McLaren is set to return to the 24 Hours of Le Mans in 2027 with the new MCL-HY FIA Hypercar, aiming to challenge for the Triple Crown of motorsport.

The MCL-HY, alongside a parallel track day version called the MCL-HY GTR, will enter the FIA World Endurance Championship Hypercar class. The new vehicle will be tested this month ahead of its homologation and debut in 2027.

McLaren aims to compete for the Triple Crown by winning Le Mans, the Monaco Grand Prix, and the Indianapolis 500. Development work will be led by Mikkel Jensen, Gregoire Saucy, Richard Verschoor, and Ben Hanley. chickenroad.qpon