Paul Radisich

Paul Radisich, born on October 9, 1962, is a retired New Zealand racing driver with a diverse and successful career spanning multiple disciplines. Radisich made his mark primarily in touring car racing, achieving international acclaim with back-to-back Touring Car World Cup victories in 1993 and 1994 while driving a Ford Mondeo. His achievements in touring cars also include finishing third in the 1993 and 1994 British Touring Car Championship (BTCC). In 1988, he won the New Zealand Grand Prix and the New Zealand Formula Pacific Championship.

Before his touring car success, Radisich honed his skills in open-wheel racing, finishing as runner-up in the Formula Atlantic series in 1983, which earned him the "Driver to Europe" award. He also competed in British Formula 3, Indy Lights, and Formula Super Vee. In Australia, he transitioned to V8 Supercars, driving for Dick Johnson Racing and other teams, achieving four race wins and multiple podium finishes. Radisich also finished second in the Bathurst 1000 on two occasions.

After retiring from full-time racing in 2008 following a crash, Radisich remained involved in motorsport as a team manager. Outside of racing, he is a businessman, serving as the managing director of Aegis Oil, a company founded by his father. He has also been involved in media, co-hosting the British Touring Car Championship segment on New Zealand television.