Kalle Rovanpera

Kalle Rovanperä, born on October 1, 2000, is a Finnish rally driver who currently competes in the World Rally Championship (WRC) for Toyota Gazoo Racing WRT, alongside his co-driver Jonne Halttunen. Rovanperä's career began unusually early, participating in his first rally at just 10 years old. He honed his skills in Latvia, winning the Latvian Junior Championship in 2015 and back-to-back national titles in 2016 and 2017. His WRC debut came in 2017, and by 2019, he secured the WRC2 Pro title.

Rovanperä joined Toyota in 2020, quickly making his mark with a podium finish at Rally Sweden. In 2021, he became the youngest driver to win a WRC event at Rally Estonia, breaking the record previously held by his team boss, Jari-Matti Latvala. This victory was followed by another win at the 2021 Acropolis Rally. In 2022, at the age of 22, Rovanperä made history as the youngest-ever World Rally Champion, surpassing Colin McRae's previous record. He secured his second consecutive World Championship in 2023, solidifying his position as one of the sport's top talents.

In addition to his rallying achievements, Rovanperä has also explored circuit racing and drifting. By 2024, Kalle Rovanperä had an estimated net worth of $2.5 million, reflecting his success and endorsement deals. His career has been marked by record-breaking achievements and a driving style that has captivated fans worldwide.