ADVERTISEMENT
AutoGear
  • Latest News
  • AutoGear TV
  • Sustainable Mobility
  • Motorsports
    • Circuits
    • Rally
    • Rally raid
    • WEC
  • English
    • Português
    • Italiano
    • Français
    • Español
    • English
    • Deutsch
    • 日本語
  • STANDINGS
No Result
View All Result
AutoGear
  • Latest News
  • AutoGear TV
  • Sustainable Mobility
  • Motorsports
    • Circuits
    • Rally
    • Rally raid
    • WEC
  • English
    • Português
    • Italiano
    • Français
    • Español
    • English
    • Deutsch
    • 日本語
  • STANDINGS
No Result
View All Result
AutoGear

Sean Gelael Joins United Autosports: A Bold Step Toward 2025 FIA WEC Glory

David Castro by David Castro
January 3, 2025
in Motorsports
Reading Time: 3 mins read
0
Sean Gelael Joins United Autosports: A Bold Step Toward 2025 FIA WEC Glory
ADVERTISEMENT

The 2025 FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) season is already heating up, with Indonesian star Sean Gelael making a high-profile move to United Autosports, completing the driver lineup for the team’s #95 McLaren 720S LMGT3 EVO. Gelael’s switch follows that of teammate Darren Leung, forming a dynamic duo alongside returning driver Marino Sato.


A New Chapter for Gelael and United Autosports

Gelael enters his fifth full-time WEC season after a strong 2024 campaign with Team WRT, where he co-piloted the #31 BMW M4 GT3 with Leung and Augusto Farfus. Their collaboration yielded impressive results, including a win at the 6 Hours of Imola and a second-place finish at the 24 Hours of Le Mans.

Despite his recent success in the LMGT3 category, much of Gelael’s career has been defined by his performances in LMP2 machinery, where he achieved 10 WEC podiums and two vice-championship finishes.

ADVERTISEMENT

Expressing his excitement for the move, Gelael said:
“I am super excited to be in a car with United Autosports after being long-term rivals. It’s a strong opportunity to win the championship after finishing second twice … fifth time’s the charm!”


United Autosports: A Legacy of Excellence

United Autosports, a team renowned for its success in endurance racing, is eager to return to championship-winning form. The team’s pedigree includes an LMP2 victory at Le Mans and the WEC title in 2020. In 2024, however, their LMGT3 debut season proved challenging, with only one podium finish to their name. Now armed with the McLaren 720S LMGT3 EVO and an experienced driver lineup, the team is poised for a resurgence.

Richard Dean, CEO of United Autosports, expressed confidence in Gelael’s addition:
“After years of competing against each other in LMP2 and LMGT3, we now have Sean’s speed, skill, and determination on our side. Together with Darren and Marino, we have an incredibly competitive driver lineup in the #95 McLaren … it’s a very real WEC championship contender.”


The Road to 2025: A Competitive Edge

Gelael’s move to United Autosports brings renewed energy to the team. His chemistry with Leung, cultivated during their 2024 campaign, is expected to strengthen their pursuit of the championship. The addition of Marino Sato, known for his speed and consistency, rounds out a formidable trio.

United Autosports is also betting on the second year of the LMGT3 category to yield stronger results. After a year of fine-tuning the McLaren package, the team is better equipped to capitalize on its potential.


WEC 2025: A Season of High Stakes

The 2025 WEC season kicks off on February 28 in Qatar with an 1812km opener—a grueling 10-hour race that will test both cars and drivers. For United Autosports, this marks the beginning of their renewed championship ambitions. While the #95 McLaren lineup is finalized, fans eagerly await confirmation of the driver roster for the team’s second car, the #59 McLaren.

As the season approaches, the question looms: can Gelael and his teammates deliver United Autosports back to the top step of the podium? With their sights set on WEC glory, the stakes couldn’t be higher.

Share212Tweet133Send

Related Posts

Toto Wolff casts doubt on Mercedes’ 2026 F1 dominance: could pessimism derail their comeback?
Motorsports

Toto Wolff casts doubt on Mercedes’ 2026 F1 dominance: could pessimism derail their comeback?

Formula One F1 - Italian Grand Prix - Autodromo Nazionale Monza, Monza, Italy - September 7, 2025 Mercedes' George Russell...

by Carl Harrison
December 23, 2025
Lando Norris retirement rumors swirl: will F1 champion follow Nico Rosberg’s shocking path?
Motorsports

Lando Norris retirement rumors swirl: will F1 champion follow Nico Rosberg’s shocking path?

Formula One F1 - Dutch Grand Prix - Circuit Zandvoort, Zandvoort, Netherlands - August 31, 2025 McLaren's Lando Norris on...

by Carl Smith
December 23, 2025
Kimi Antonelli reveals life-changing advice from MotoGP legend Valentino Rossi: a must-read!
Motorsports

Kimi Antonelli reveals life-changing advice from MotoGP legend Valentino Rossi: a must-read!

Racing Royalty: Valentino Rossi's Golden Advice to F1 Sensation Kimi Antonelli! In a thrilling revelation that has sent shockwaves through...

by Arthur Ling
December 23, 2025
Oscar Piastri’s championship dreams soar despite 2025 setback: can he defy the odds?
Motorsports

Oscar Piastri’s championship dreams soar despite 2025 setback: can he defy the odds?

Formula One F1 - Belgian Grand Prix - Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps, Stavelot, Belgium - July 27, 2025 McLaren's Oscar Piastri...

by Carl Smith
December 23, 2025

Recent News

Novo Mercedes VLE chega em março

The new Mercedes VLE arrives in March.

December 24, 2025
Vendas de elétricos e de PHEV aumentam na Europa em Novembro

Sales of electric vehicles and PHEVs increase in Europe in November.

December 24, 2025
Peugeot 508 SW: nova geração em equação?

Peugeot 508 SW: new generation in the equation?

December 23, 2025
Toto Wolff casts doubt on Mercedes’ 2026 F1 dominance: could pessimism derail their comeback?

Toto Wolff casts doubt on Mercedes’ 2026 F1 dominance: could pessimism derail their comeback?

December 23, 2025

Newsletter

ADVERTISEMENT

  • PRIVACY POLICY
  • TECHNICAL INFORMATION
  • EDITORIAL STATUS
  • TERMS AND CONDITIONS

© 2023 AutoGear - Todos os direitos reservados AutoGear.

No Result
View All Result
  • Latest News
  • AutoGear TV
  • Sustainable Mobility
  • Motorsports
    • Circuits
    • Rally
    • Rally raid
    • WEC
  • English
    • Português
    • Italiano
    • Français
    • Español
    • English
    • Deutsch
    • 日本語

© 2023 AutoGear - Todos os direitos reservados AutoGear.