Alessio Picariello

Alessio Picariello, born on August 27, 1993, is a highly accomplished Italian-born Belgian racing driver who currently competes in the IMSA SportsCar Championship for AO Racing. Picariello's career spans various racing disciplines, showcasing his versatility and skill behind the wheel.

He began his racing journey in karts, securing the Belgian championship in the Mini class in 2004 and continuing his success in KF3 and KF2 categories. Transitioning to car racing, Picariello quickly made his mark by winning the ADAC Formel Masters in 2013 with an impressive 12 wins. His achievements extend to GT racing, where he claimed the Audi R8 LMS Cup title in 2017 and secured two GTE class championships in the European Le Mans Series in 2020 and 2023.

Throughout his career, Picariello has participated in prestigious races such as the 24 Hours of Le Mans, the 24 Hours of Spa, and the Nürburgring 24 Hours. He has also achieved victories and podium finishes in GT World Challenge Asia, Asian Le Mans Series, and other GT competitions. With a career boasting over 40 wins and numerous podiums, Alessio Picariello continues to demonstrate his talent and determination in the world of motorsports.