SIMON GACHET
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MCLAREN FACtorY DRIVER
Today, he combines high-level performances with representing prestigious teams, including McLaren and Audi Sport.
After his promising debut in single-seaters, Simon quickly climbed the ranks to become a professional driver. His hard work and ability to adapt to different motorsport disciplines have allowed him to excel in prestigious competitions such as the GT World Challenge Europe.
Date of birth:
14 octobeR 1993
Place of birth:
Bourgoin-Jallieu
Nationality:
FRENCH
EXPERIENCE :
+ 15 YEARS
Technical Mastery
Precision and Consistency
Team Spirit
achievements
A career built on passion
Simon Gachet has climbed the ranks of motorsport with perseverance. His victories and podiums in competitions like the GT World Challenge Europe are the result of hard work and exceptional skill. Today, he stands among the elite drivers backed by McLaren, one of the most iconic names in the automotive industry.
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BIOGRAPHY
Simon Gachet: A Rising Star in Motorsport
Born on October 14, 1993, in Bourgoin-Jallieu, France, Simon Gachet is a professional racing driver with 14 years of experience in high-level motorsport. Known for his technical mastery, consistency, and team spirit, Simon has carved out a successful career in single-seaters, endurance racing, and GT competitions.
Simon discovered his passion for racing at an early age. Inspired by the thrill of motorsport, he began karting at the age of 12, where he developed the skills and discipline that would define his career. His talent quickly became evident, and by 2011, he was already making waves in single-seaters, winning the Challenge Monoplace V de V championship.
From 2011 to 2015, Simon honed his craft in various single-seater championships, including the Formula Renault 2.0 Alps and Eurocup, earning multiple podiums along the way. In 2016, he transitioned to endurance and GT racing, where he quickly made his mark with podiums in the European Le Mans Series (ELMS) and other prestigious competitions.
By 2020, Simon became GT World Challenge Europe Sprint Cup Champion in the Silver Cup category, solidifying his status as one of the top drivers in GT racing.
In 2022, Simon earned a Gold Medal for France at the FIA Motorsport Games in the GT Cup category, a highlight of his career. The same year, he secured a 3rd-place finish in the PRO category of the Fanatec GT World Challenge Europe Sprint by AWS with Tresor by Car Collection.
Simon’s professionalism and consistent performances have earned him partnerships with prestigious teams and brands, including McLaren and Audi Sport. His technical expertise and ability to collaborate with engineers and teammates have made him a valuable asset in both Sprint and Endurance formats.
Simon sees motorsport as more than just speed and podiums. For him, it’s about pushing boundaries, embracing technology, and exemplifying teamwork and precision. He continues to aim higher, with aspirations of competing in iconic events like the 24 Hours of Le Mans and expanding into other disciplines such as IMSA in North America.
With 3 championship titles, numerous victories, and over 15 podium finishes, Simon has built an impressive legacy in motorsport. His journey is a testament to hard work, passion, and an unwavering commitment to excellence.
Simon Gachet’s story is far from over. As he continues to compete in the GT World Challenge Europe, he remains a driver to watch, ready to add new chapters to his already remarkable career.
