Photograph News: Genesis Magma secures its third victory in the LMP2 category
The Genesis Magma Racing team, operated by Hyundai Motor, celebrated a significant victory at the 4 Hours of Silverstone, the fifth round of the 2025 European Le Mans Series. The team's winning car, the Hyundai iM-Petrol, was driven by David Heinemeier Hansson, Nick Tandy, and Mike Conway.
The 4 Hours of Silverstone, held in Northamptonshire, England, marked a historic moment for the Hyundai-powered team. It was the first time a Hyundai-powered team had won the race since its inception in 2012. The victory also marked the Genesis Magma Racing team's second consecutive win in the Le Mans Prototype 2 (LMP2) class and their third win of the 2025 season.
The LMP2 class, which uses standardized chassis and engines, saw the Genesis Magma Racing team compete against teams such as Alpine Elf Matmut and United Autosports. The race was a thrilling event, with multiple lead changes and close competition throughout the field. In the end, the Genesis Magma Racing team secured a significant 30-second margin over the second-place finisher, the Alpine Elf Matmut team.
The Genesis Magma Racing team's success at the 4 Hours of Silverstone was a testament to their consistency and competitive edge in the 2025 European Le Mans Series season. The team currently maintains a commanding lead in the LMP2 class standings and sits second overall in total points for the season.
Meanwhile, VDS Panis Racing holds the top position in the overall points standings for the LMP2 class, with drivers Charles Milesi, Esteban Masson, and Oliver Gray securing two wins in the ongoing season.
The European Le Mans Series, a racing series that took place in 2025, organized the 4 Hours of Silverstone. The race was a testament to the series' commitment to providing exciting and competitive racing for teams and drivers alike. The Genesis Magma Racing team's victory at the 4 Hours of Silverstone will undoubtedly go down in history as one of the series' most memorable moments.
