Although his exact programme will be revealed at a later date, Marciello is expected to drive one of the two works WRT-entered BMW M Hybrid V8 LMDh cars in the Hypercar class of the World Endurance Championship in 2024.
He could also be in line for additional GT outings in the BMW M4 GT3 in major endurance races around the world as part of his new commitments with the Munich-based manufacturer.
Marciello switches to BMW after a six-year stint at Mercedes that made him one of the biggest names in sportscar racing.
Racing the Mercedes-AMG GT3 as a works driver from the beginning of 2018, the Italian won multiple titles in GT World Challenge Europe, clinched the 2022 GT Masters championship and added outright wins in the Spa 24 Hours and FIA GT World Cup at Macau to his illustrious CV.
The 28-year-old’s exit from Mercedes was announced in the run-up to last week’s Macau round, an event he dominated from start-to-finish to take his second victory at the Guia circuit.
“I am very excited to be a BMW M works driver starting from the upcoming season,” he said. “This is a significant step in my career. Having been a racing driver for many years, I am immensely proud to be able to compete for BMW M Motorsport in the future.”
Source: Autosport