赛车手概览
Rui Andrade, born in Luanda, Angola, on September 23, 1999, is a rising star in the world of motorsports, representing Portugal with his dual nationality. His journey began at age 12, transitioning from karting to single-seaters in 2018 in the Spanish Formula 4 Championship. Progressing through Euroformula Open, he gained valuable experience before making a significant leap into sports car racing.
Andrade's career gained momentum in 2021 with his LMP2 debut in the Asian Le Mans Series, where he secured a podium finish. His success continued in the European Le Mans Championship, achieving six podiums in six races and claiming the European Championship title. In 2023, driving for Team WRT in the FIA World Endurance Championship, Rui, along with teammates Robert Kubica and Louis Delétraz, clinched the LMP2 World Championship title, marking a significant milestone in his career. That year he also finished second at the 24 Hours of Le Mans, becoming the first Angolan driver to achieve a podium in the race.
In 2024, Andrade transitioned to GT racing, joining TF Sport in the FIA World Endurance Championship's LMGT3 class. Partnering with Charlie Eastwood and Tom van Rompuy, he also competes in the IMSA SportsCar Championship's GTD class with Lone Star Racing for endurance rounds. His dedication and rapid progression have solidified his position as a driver to watch in the world of endurance racing.