Stéphane Ortelli

Stéphane Ortelli, born on March 30, 1970, is a Monégasque professional racing driver with a career spanning several decades and multiple world championship titles. Ortelli's journey in motorsport began in karting and Formula Renault, eventually leading him to sports car racing, where he achieved significant success. He is celebrated for his versatility and ability to compete in various GT classes and endurance races.

Ortelli's most significant achievement came in 1998 when he won the 24 Hours of Le Mans, driving a Porsche 911 GT1-98 alongside Allan McNish and Laurent Aïello. He also secured victories in the Spa 24 Hours in 2003 and the 12 Hours of Sebring in 2005. Furthermore, Ortelli has claimed multiple FIA GT titles, including the GT Championship in 2007 (GT2 class) and the N-GT class in 2002 and 2003. He also won the Blancpain GT Series titles in both Sprint (2013) and Endurance (2012).

Beyond his racing accomplishments, Ortelli has also worked as a driver coach and brand ambassador, including working with Porsche. He has driven for numerous teams, including WRT, Emil Frey Racing, and AF Corse, showcasing his adaptability and experience. His favorite track is Spa, and he admires Ayrton Senna.