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Genesis retires from Monza 6 Hours, ends WEC campaign without podium

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Last updated Nov 10, 2026

Genesis retires from Monza 6 Hours, ends WEC campaign without podium

Summary

Genesis's first season in the World Endurance Championship concluded without a podium, as their #19 hypercar retired at the Monza 6 Hours due to a technical issue. Driver Paul-Loup Chatin was running second when the car stalled early in the third hour, with attempts to restart it proving unsuccessful. Chatin expressed disappointment over the unexpected failure and noted that the team had shown competitive pace throughout the race. Looking ahead, he stated that a podium was within reach during the event, reflecting the potential demonstrated by the Genesis GMR-001 across the season.

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By the Numbers

•Genesis retired from the Monza 6 Hours due to a technical issue.
•The #19 car was in second place when it stalled.
•Chatin had no prior indication of the looming issue.
•The team had previously secured its first pole position in Barcelona.
•Genesis's season ended without finishing higher than seventh.

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What they're saying

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Genesis’s maiden campaign in the World Endurance Championship ended without a single podium finish after its leading hypercar retired from the Monza 6 Hours due to a technical issue. Paul-Loup Chatin was running a strong second in Sunday’s season finale when the #19 Genesis GMR-001 suddenly crawled to a halt at the exit of the Ascari chicane at the beginning of the third hour. The ...Keep reading
— Motorsport.com