JAMIE CHADWICK’s Historic ELMS Win Opens Door to Genesis Hypercar Dream

May 8, 2025

by James Newbold // from www.autosport.com

• JAMIE CHADWICK made history becoming the first woman to win outright in the European Le Mans Series at Paul Ricard, but she’s not about the headlines – she’s about the business. Two wins from two ELMS starts in her Genesis Magma Racing LMP2 car puts her squarely in contention for a coveted factory Hypercar seat when Genesis launches its WEC program in 2026. The team’s “Trajectory programme” is essentially an extended audition, and CHADWICK is nailing every performance.
• The weekend wasn’t without drama – CHADWICK dropped from fourth to 14th on the opening lap after losing traction in greasy conditions, but she kept her cool and executed flawlessly. Her pace matched veteran Pipo Derani in similar conditions, proving she belongs at this level. With Genesis already signing Andre Lotterer and Derani as team leaders, four seats remain open, and CHADWICK’s seamless transition from single-seaters to prototypes is making a compelling case.
• Team principal Cyril Abiteboul is singing CHADWICK’s praises, emphasizing that the program values development over immediate results – though getting both doesn’t hurt. Her upcoming Le Mans debut will be another crucial test, especially running alongside Lotterer who brings championship-winning WEC experience. Meanwhile, other women continue making their mark in ELMS: LILOU WADOUX secured LMGT3 victory for AF Corse, while the Iron Dames trio of MICHELLE GATTING, SARAH BOVY, and CELIA MARTIN won at Barcelona.

european le mans series, genesis magma racing, lmp2, paul ricard