Valentino Astuti

Valentino Astuti is an emerging Australian racing driver making waves in the GT racing scene. Born into a motorsport family, with his father and grandfather also having raced, Astuti's passion for racing ignited at a young age. He began his racing career in karts before transitioning to Formula Ford, where he clinched the Australian Formula Ford title in 2022. In 2023, Astuti gained experience in Super3, driving a Nissan Altima.

Currently, Astuti is competing in the Fanatec GT World Challenge Australia Powered by AWS, driving the KMB Motorsport Aston Martin V12 Vantage GT3. Despite being a young driver, he demonstrates impressive skill and adaptability, regularly contending for top-10 positions against newer, more advanced GT3 cars. He also serves as a mentor to his teammates, showcasing his understanding of vehicle dynamics and racing strategy.

Astuti's career has seen him navigate different pathways, gaining experience in Formula Ford, Super3, and now GT3. His achievements include a pole position and three race wins in a single weekend in Australian Formula Ford, with multiple podiums throughout his career. Astuti's future aspirations include progressing to current-specification GT3 models. He continues to impress with his mature approach and dedication, making him a driver to watch in Australian motorsport.