Marino Franchitti
Driver Profile
- English Full Name: Marino Franchitti
- Nationality: United Kingdom
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FIA Driver Categorisation:
Gold
- Recent Team: N/A
- Total Podiums: 0 (🏆 0 / 🥈 0 / 🥉 0)
- Total Races: 0
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Racer Overview
Marino Alessandro Cesare Franchitti, born on July 7, 1978, is a British racing driver hailing from Bathgate, West Lothian, Scotland. The younger brother of Dario Franchitti, Marino has carved out a successful career primarily in sports car and grand tourer racing. Franchitti's early racing endeavors included Formula Ford 1600 and Formula Vauxhall in the late 1990s. In 2001, he transitioned to sports cars, winning the GTO Championship in the British GT Championship.
Franchitti's career highlights include a victory at the 2014 12 Hours of Sebring with Chip Ganassi Racing. He has also achieved multiple podium finishes in the American Le Mans Series. Marino has participated in the 24 Hours of Le Mans, with his best finish being 25th in 2010. He drove the Highcroft Racing DeltaWing in 2012 and has also raced for teams like Level 5 Motorsports and Scuderia Ecosse.
Throughout his career, Marino has demonstrated skill and resilience, overcoming challenges to establish himself as a respected figure in the world of motorsport. His journey from local racing events in Scotland to international competitions showcases his dedication and passion for racing.