António Félix da Costa
Race car driver and Formula E champion
Born
August 31st, 1991
33 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Portugal
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A race car driver from Portugal, achieved prominence in motorsport through participation in various racing series. Secured the Formula E Championship title in 2020, displaying skill in electric vehicle racing. Competed in Formula Renault, GP3 Series, and DTM, demonstrating versatility across multiple racing disciplines. Also participated in endurance racing events, including the 24 Hours of Le Mans.
Won the 2020 Formula E Championship
Competed for teams like BMW and Techeetah
Participated in the 24 Hours of Le Mans
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