The NEOM McLaren Extreme E Team today announced that Emma Gilmour and Tanner Foust
will leave the team, concluding the 2023 Extreme E Championship season.
Emma and Tanner have been part of the team since its inception and inaugural race in 2022, and have been integral to its growth and development throughout the team’s first two seasons in Extreme E.
“As a Kiwi, it has been unbelievably special to have driven for the NEOM McLaren Extreme E Team for the past two years, and to make history as McLaren Racing’s first ever female driver,” commented Gilmour. “It was amazing to race in some of the most extreme locations in the world, including Saudi Arabia, Chile and Uruguay, and to come through to secure those hard-fought podiums. I’m grateful for the team’s incredible support and for the unforgettable highlights we enjoyed together. I wish everyone at McLaren Racing all the best.”
The pair have helped the team secure two second place finishes during their time with the NEOM McLaren Extreme E Team. The first time the duo clinched a podium finish was at the 2022 Energy X Prix in Uruguay, in the team’s debut season. The second came at the team’s home race at the 2023 Hydro X Prix in Scotland.
“On behalf of the NEOM McLaren Extreme E Team, I’d like to thank Emma and Tanner for all their incredible work over the past two years,” commented Gary Paffett, Sporting Director, NEOM McLaren Extreme E Team. “With their help, we’ve established a strong foundation in the Extreme E Championship, and secured two P2 finishes along the way, in Uruguay and Scotland. It’s no secret that we’ve faced some challenges during our time in the championship so far, but their support has been invaluable and we are all incredibly grateful. We wish them all the best for the future.”
The team has been working hard in the background to secure the best possible driver line-up for next season. An announcement on the full driver line-up for the 2024 Extreme E Championship will follow in due course.
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