About

Valentino Rossi

Born on February 16, 1979, in Italy, Valentino Rossi is a motorsport icon who began a new chapter in his career with Team WRT in 2022, transitioning from a MotoGP legend to a competitive GT racing driver. As a BMW factory driver, he now competes in the FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) in the LMGT3 category, driving the BMW M4 GT3 EVO.

Since joining WRT, Rossi has made swift progress, gaining valuable experience in top-level endurance racing. He has delivered strong performances, including victories at Misano in the GT World Challenge Europe and the 2023 Road to Le Mans, as well as two second-place finishes at the 2024 6 Hours of Imola and another at the 6 Hours of COTA in Austin. His determination, adaptability, and racecraft have impressed observers and teammates alike, confirming his place as a serious competitor in the world of GT racing.