Ford announces driver lineup for 2027 WEC Hypercar entry
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 12, 2026, 12:32 PM
Last updated Jun 12, 2026
Ford has finalized its driver lineup for the Hypercar class of the World Endurance Championship, set to launch in 2027. The newly signed trio includes Matt Campbell, Nick Yelloly, and Tom Blomqvist, joining previously announced drivers Mike Rockenfeller, Sebastian Priaulx, and Logan Sargeant. These drivers bring significant prototype racing experience, with Campbell and Blomqvist holding IMSA overall titles. The new recruits come from Acura and Porsche, following shifts in those manufacturers’ racing programs. Ford plans to unveil its new LMDh prototype in August and will manage the team in-house, aiming for a successful return to the top-tier endurance racing after decades.
- •Ford signs Matt Campbell, Nick Yelloly, and Tom Blomqvist for 2027.
- •The team will field six drivers, including Mike Rockenfeller and Sebastian Priaulx.
- •Campbell joins from Porsche, while Yelloly and Blomqvist come from Acura.
- •The LMDh prototype is scheduled for an August reveal, ahead of March 2027 racing.
- •Ford aims for a strong competitive return to the WEC after decades.
- 12:32 PMYahoo Sports — IMSA stars complete Ford's 2027 WEC Hypercar line-up
"Ford will make its high-profile return to the top class of prototype racing with a star-studded line-up
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