Jacky Ickx on Genesis’ WEC journey so far – and what comes next
Jacky Ickx says Genesis is satisfied with the progress it has made in the nascent stages of its World Endurance Championship Hypercar programme, as it works towards its goal of winning the Le Mans 24 Hours. Hyundai’s luxury car brand entered the top class of the WEC this year, entering a pair of GMR-001 LMDh prototypes developed in conjunction with Oreca. It was a major challenge for ... Keep…
Genesis' entry into the World Endurance Championship Hypercar category has been marked by both challenges and achievements. The Korean automaker, in collaboration with Oreca, developed the GMR-001 LMDh prototypes for the 2022 season, marking a significant step for both companies, as neither had prior experience in sportscar racing.
The first four races of the season presented reliability issues for Genesis, but the team also demonstrated moments of speed, securing points at Spa and qualifying sixth-quickest at both Le Mans and Sao Paolo.
Jacky Ickx, Genesis' sporting advisor and a six-time Le Mans winner, expressed confidence in the team's potential. He acknowledged the difficulty of starting such a project from scratch, given Genesis' young age and the high level of competition in the Hypercar category. Ickx emphasized the importance of perseverance, stating that the Korean culture values determination in overcoming challenges.
He noted that the team's success hinges on its unity and shared passion, with the majority of the work being done behind the scenes by dedicated individuals.
Ickx firmly believes that Genesis has the right ingredients to succeed in the Hypercar category, but the ultimate goal remains winning the Le Mans 24 Hours. He emphasized that while the competition is fierce, the team's dedication and pride in taking on this challenge remain unwavering. Despite the high level of competition, Ickx remains optimistic, stating that the team's shared passion and the pursuit of victory make the challenge all the more intriguing.
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