Top driver misses 24 Hours of Le Mans due to surgery: Cadillac names replacement

The Briton had already missed the first two rounds of the World Endurance Championship (WEC) at Imola and Spa-Francorchamps while awaiting a planned surgery. Due to scheduling issues, the procedure has now been moved to June, which will be followed by a recovery period. As a result, Lynn cannot compete at Le Mans. It is unclear when the experienced 32-year-old will be available again.

Louis Delétraz will replace Lynn during the upcoming test at Silverstone and the 24 Hours of Le Mans. Delétraz was already set to take part in this week’s test with the team. He is the reigning ELMS and Le Mans LMP2 Pro-Am winner and a full-time driver for Cadillac Wayne Taylor Racing in IMSA.

“It’s obviously hugely disappointing not to be racing at Le Mans and to miss the Silverstone test with the team, but getting this procedure completed and fully recovering has to be the priority. The timing hasn’t worked out as originally planned due to scheduling difficulties around the surgery, but we now have a clear path forward. I’ll be supporting the team from home and I wish Louis, the #12 crew and everyone at Cadillac Hertz Team JOTA the very best for Le Mans,” Lynn said.

Sam Hignett, the director and co-founder of Cadillac Hertz Team JOTA, is disappointed to see Lynn miss Le Mans: “Our priority is ensuring Alex can complete his surgery, make a full recovery and return to full fitness as soon as possible. Naturally, it’s disappointing that he won’t be with us for Le Mans, but we fully support him in taking the time needed to complete his surgery and rehabilitation properly."

He continued: “We’re pleased to have Louis stepping into the car for the test and the 24 Hours of Le Mans. He already knows the team well and has been part of our preparations, so we’re confident he’ll do a great job alongside the rest of the crew.”