Robert Calisi

Robert Calisi is a Canadian racing driver with a diverse background in motorsports, spanning from karting to single-seaters, touring cars, and prototypes. His career began in 1998, and while he didn't have the advantage of significant financial backing, he achieved considerable success. Calisi's notable achievements include winning the 2013 Canadian Formula Libre, the 2014 Canadian GT Challenge, and the 2015 Radical Canada Cup.

Calisi's racing journey reflects a deep understanding of the financial realities of professional motorsports. In a discussion with VINwiki, he shared insights into the substantial costs involved in climbing the racing ladder, estimating that reaching a professional level could require an investment of over US$20 million. This led him to make the conscious decision to become a gentleman driver, funding his racing endeavors himself.

Beyond his racing achievements, Calisi has also emphasized the importance of vision in motorsports. He has publicly endorsed the Bochner Eye Institute, praising the positive impact of LASIK surgery on his performance, particularly improving his nighttime vision which he stated is critical to racing.