YASSER SHAHIN Returns to Manthey for 2026 WEC After Le Mans Victory

December 18, 2025

• YASSER SHAHIN makes a triumphant return to Manthey Racing for the 2026 WEC season, reuniting with the team that delivered her ultimate prize – victory at the 24 Hours of Le Mans in 2024 plus a second-place finish in the drivers’ championship. She’ll pilot the #92 Porsche 911 GT3 R in LMGT3 alongside seasoned veterans Richard Lietz and Riccardo Pera.
• The move marks a homecoming after SHAHIN’s brief stint with BMW’s Team WRT in 2025, and she’s bringing serious backing with her – The Bend Motorsport Park, the world-class Australian circuit she co-founded, serves as major sponsor for what’s now branded as “The Bend Manthey.” Talk about putting your money where your mouth is and supporting women’s racing with real resources.
• Manthey Racing undergoes significant restructuring for 2026 following the departure of the all-female Iron Dames team and primary sponsor 1st Phorm. While we’re losing dedicated women’s representation with Iron Dames’ exit, SHAHIN’s return as an established Le Mans winner proves that talent rises regardless of team composition – though we can’t help but note the irony of celebrating individual success while losing organized support for women drivers.

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