Manuel Franco
Driver Profile
- English Full Name: Manuel Franco
- Nationality: United States
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FIA Driver Categorisation:
Silver
- Recent Team: N/A
- Total Podiums: 0 (🏆 0 / 🥈 0 / 🥉 0)
- Total Races: 0
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Racer Overview
Manuel Franco, an American racing driver, is making his mark in the world of motorsports. With roots in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Road America serves as his cherished home track. Franco currently competes in the Fanatec GT World Challenge America powered by AWS, driving the No. 21 Conquest Racing Ferrari 296 GT3 alongside Ferrari expert Alessandro Balzan.
Franco's journey to professional racing was fueled by a childhood fascination with the sport. He honed his skills in the Ferrari Challenge series, which instilled confidence in the Ferrari machinery. Franco's driving style, characterized by utilizing every inch of the track, is well-suited to the high-downforce nature of the Ferrari 296 GT3, often drawing comparisons to LMP car handling.
In 2024, Franco continues his full-season campaign in the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship with Conquest Racing, partnering with Daniel Serra in the No. 34 Ferrari 296 GT3. After a strong 2024 season that included a win at the Motul Petit Le Mans, Franco is eager to build on that momentum. He showcased his talent with a podium finish at the Rolex 24 at Daytona. He aims to consistently challenge for podiums and victories, further solidifying his presence in the competitive world of GT racing.