Jean karl Vernay
Driver Profile
- English Full Name: Jean karl Vernay
- Nationality: France
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FIA Driver Categorisation:
Platinum
- Recent Team: N/A
- Total Podiums: 0 (🏆 0 / 🥈 0 / 🥉 0)
- Total Races: 0
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Racer Overview
Jean-Karl Vernay, born on October 31, 1987, is a French professional racing driver with a diverse and successful career spanning various racing disciplines. Vernay's motorsport journey began in karting before transitioning to single-seaters, where he quickly made a name for himself. Notably, he clinched the French Formula Campus title in 2005, demonstrating his early talent and potential. His career highlights include winning the 2010 Indy Lights Championship and the 2017 TCR International Series.
Vernay's versatility extends beyond single-seaters, with significant achievements in sports car racing. He secured a class victory at the prestigious 24 Hours of Le Mans in 2013 while competing in the LMGTE Am category. Additionally, he has participated in various GT series, including the Porsche Carrera Cup France, which he won in 2012, and the Super GT series in Japan.
In recent years, Vernay has focused on touring car racing, achieving success in the World Touring Car Cup (WTCR), where he finished fifth overall in 2018 and claimed the WTCR Trophy in 2020. His career also includes stints as a test and reserve driver for Peugeot Sport. He was also part of the Red Bull Junior Team program. With experience in Formula 3 Euroseries, A1 Grand Prix, and Formula Renault, Jean-Karl Vernay has established himself as a highly skilled and adaptable driver in the world of motorsport.