Ziad Ghandour

Ziad Ghandour is a versatile racing driver with experience spanning from rallying to GT3 circuit racing. Born in Tripoli, Lebanon, on September 8, 1967, he currently holds both US and Lebanese nationality and is based in California. Ghandour's racing career reflects a passion that he considers a "motivational tool and a necessary breakaway" from his professional life as the Founder and Principal of TI Capital, a venture capital firm established in 1997.

Ghandour's racing journey includes participation in the Porsche GT3 Challenge Middle East (2012-2014) and a significant presence in the Ferrari Challenge North America from 2014 to 2023. Within the Ferrari Challenge, he achieved notable success, securing second place in the 2019 Trofeo Pirelli AM North America championship, along with eight total Am wins. His performance statistics in the Ferrari Challenge are impressive, boasting a podium finish rate of 51.85%. In 2020, Ghandour transitioned to the GT World Challenge America with TR3 Racing, showcasing his adaptability by piloting a Lamborghini Huracan GT3. He partnered with Giacomo Altoe in the Pro-Am class, achieving a podium finish in the second race of the year at the Circuit of The Americas. In 2023, he teamed up with Daniel Morad in the Pro-Am championship, driving a Mercedes-AMG GT3 for TR3 Racing. Throughout his career, Ziad Ghandour has demonstrated a consistent ability to adapt and compete at a high level, making him a respected figure in the GT racing scene.