Racing Driver William
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Racing Driver Profile
- English Full Name: William
- Nationality: United States
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FIA Driver Categorisation:
Gold
- Age: 28
- Date of Birth: 1997-11-29
- Recent Team: HELM MOTORSPORTS
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About William
William McComas Byron Jr., born on November 29, 1997, is a professional stock car racing driver from Charlotte, North Carolina. Currently 27 years old, Byron is making waves in the NASCAR Cup Series as a full-time driver for Hendrick Motorsports, piloting the No. 24 Chevrolet ZL1. He also participates part-time in the NASCAR Xfinity Series, driving the No. 17 Chevrolet Camaro for Hendrick, and the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series, driving the No. 07 Chevrolet Silverado RST for Spire Motorsports.
Byron's career is marked by early success and consistent progression. He captured the 2015 NASCAR K&N Pro Series East Championship, setting the stage for a rapid ascent through the NASCAR ranks. In 2016, he was named the Sunoco Rookie of the Year in the NASCAR Camping World Truck Series, followed by the 2017 NASCAR Xfinity Series Championship and Rookie of the Year awards. He earned the 2018 Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series Rookie of the Year award. Demonstrating his versatility across different tracks, Byron has earned consecutive Daytona 500 wins in 2024 and 2025, with a total of 14 career victories in the Cup Series so far.
Known for his calculated driving style and ability to maximize his equipment, Byron has become a consistent contender in the Cup Series. With his consistent finishes and the backing of a top-tier team like Hendrick Motorsports, William Byron is a driver to watch.
William Racing Career Timeline
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2026
Formula 4 Japanese Championship 8 Race Starts
William Recent Race Results
View all results| Year | Racing Series | Racing Circuit | Rd/Race | Class | PIC | Racing Team | Race Car | |
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| 2026 | Formula 4 Japanese Championship | Suzuka Circuit | Rd08-R1 | INDP | 12 | #61 Toray Carbon Magic MCS4-24 | ||
| 2026 | Formula 4 Japanese Championship | Suzuka Circuit | Rd07-R1 | INDP | 6 | #61 Toray Carbon Magic MCS4-24 | ||
| 2026 | Formula 4 Japanese Championship | Fuji International Speedway Circuit | Rd06 | INDP | DNF | #61 Toray Carbon Magic MCS4-24 | ||
| 2026 | Formula 4 Japanese Championship | Fuji International Speedway Circuit | Rd05 | INDP | DNF | #61 Toray Carbon Magic MCS4-24 | ||
| 2026 | Formula 4 Japanese Championship | Okayama International Circuit | Rd04 | INDP | 7 | #61 Toray Carbon Magic MCS4-24 | ||
| 2026 | Formula 4 Japanese Championship | Okayama International Circuit | Rd03 | INDP | 7 | #61 Toray Carbon Magic MCS4-24 | ||
| 2026 | Formula 4 Japanese Championship | Fuji International Speedway Circuit | Rd02 | INDP | DNF | #61 Toray Carbon Magic MCS4-24 | ||
| 2026 | Formula 4 Japanese Championship | Fuji International Speedway Circuit | Rd01 | INDP | 8 | #61 Toray Carbon Magic MCS4-24 |
William Recent Qualifying Results
View all results| Year | Racing Series | Racing Circuit | Rd/Qualifying | Class | Lap Time | Racing Team | Race Car | |
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| 2026 | Formula 4 Japanese Championship | Suzuka Circuit | Rd08-Q | INDP | 02:10.568 | #61 Toray Carbon Magic MCS4-24 | ||
| 2026 | Formula 4 Japanese Championship | Suzuka Circuit | Rd07-Q | INDP | 02:10.324 | #61 Toray Carbon Magic MCS4-24 | ||
| 2026 | Formula 4 Japanese Championship | Fuji International Speedway Circuit | Rd03-Q1 | INDP | 01:49.554 | #61 Toray Carbon Magic MCS4-24 | ||
| 2026 | Formula 4 Japanese Championship | Okayama International Circuit | Rd04-Q1 | INDP | 01:36.715 | #61 Toray Carbon Magic MCS4-24 | ||
| 2026 | Formula 4 Japanese Championship | Okayama International Circuit | Rd03-R1 | INDP | 01:36.679 | #61 Toray Carbon Magic MCS4-24 | ||
| 2026 | Formula 4 Japanese Championship | Fuji International Speedway Circuit | Q2 | INDP | 01:49.160 | #61 Toray Carbon Magic MCS4-24 | ||
| 2026 | Formula 4 Japanese Championship | Fuji International Speedway Circuit | Q1 | INDP | 01:49.006 | #61 Toray Carbon Magic MCS4-24 |
William Racing Series Experience
| Racing Series | Seasons | Total Races | Podiums |
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| Formula 4 Japanese Championship | 2026 | 8 |
William Racing Circuit Experience
| Racing Circuit | Total Races | Best Qualifying Lap | Race Car | |
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| Fuji International Speedway Circuit | 4 | 01:49.006 | #61 - Toray Carbon Magic MCS4-24 | |
| Suzuka Circuit | 2 | 02:10.324 | #61 - Toray Carbon Magic MCS4-24 | |
| Okayama International Circuit | 2 | 01:36.679 | #61 - Toray Carbon Magic MCS4-24 |
William Racing Team Experience
| Racing Team | Seasons | Total Races | Racing Series |
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| HELM MOTORSPORTS | 2026 | 8 | Formula 4 Japanese Championship |
William Race Car Experience
| Race Car Model | Seasons | Total Races | Podiums |
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| Toray Carbon Magic MCS4-24 | 2026 | 8 |