Simon Mann

Simon Mann, born on February 10, 2001, is a British-American racing driver who has made a name for himself in the world of GT racing. Currently competing in the FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) with AF Corse, Mann has quickly established himself as a talented and versatile driver. A mainstay with the Italian team, he has achieved significant success in the Italian GT Championship's Pro-Am class, securing the Sprint title in both 2020 and 2021. In 2021, he also triumphed in the Endurance championship, marking a pivotal moment in his career.

Mann's journey in motorsport began in 2018 when he participated in the GT3 Light class of the Italian GT Championship with AF Corse. The following year, he continued with the team, competing in the Pro-Am classes of both the Sprint and Endurance series. In the Endurance championship, he and teammate Matteo Cressoni finished 12th in class, while the Sprint championship saw him achieve four class podiums, including his first car racing win at Vallelunga. Mann ultimately finished third in the Pro-Am standings. The partnership with Cressoni continued in 2020 in the Italian GT series.

In 2022, Mann transitioned to the FIA World Endurance Championship, joining AF Corse's LMGTE Am lineup alongside teammates Vilander and Christoph Ulrich. More recently, at the start of 2023, Mann scored a podium in the Asian Le Mans Series. He continues to build his experience and chase further success in the competitive world of endurance racing. In 2024, he placed 3rd in the FIA Endurance Trophy for LMGT3 Drivers.