Racing Driver Thomas Canning

Thomas Canning, born on February 26, 2002, is a highly accomplished British racing driver hailing from Bath, Somerset, United Kingdom. At 23 years old, Canning has already amassed seven years of experience in GT racing, competing in both GT4 and GT3 categories. He has been associated with Aston Martin Racing as a Junior Driver since 2019, showcasing his talent in championships like British GT, GT4 European Series, GT Cup, GT Open, British Endurance Championship, and Asian Le Mans Series.

Canning's career highlights include winning the British GT4 Championship in 2019 at the young age of 17, driving an Aston Martin Vantage GT4 for TF Sport. That same year, he was crowned the Aston Martin Racing Academy Winner. Beyond GT racing, Canning's experience extends to prototype racing, where he achieved a win in the Praga Cup. He also has experience as a high-performance test driver for the Aston Martin Valkyrie, working alongside seasoned drivers like Darren Turner and Jonny Adam. In addition, he contributes to simulator development for Formula 1, Formula E, and endurance racing teams with Dynisma.

Currently, Canning participates in the GT Cup, Indian Racing League, and historic racing events. His early career involved karting, where he secured the British Super One Honda Cadet Championship in 2014. With a diverse background and a promising future, Thomas Canning continues to make his mark in the world of motorsport.