Bruno Spengler

Canadian race car driver, DTM champion

Bruno Spengler - Canadian race car driver, DTM champion
Born

August 23rd, 1983
41 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Canada

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A professional race car driver from Canada, achieved significant success in touring car racing, particularly in the Deutsche Tourenwagen Masters (DTM). Won the DTM championship in 2012 while driving for BMW. Competed in the DTM series for several seasons and earned multiple wins and podium finishes. Also participated in other racing series including the American Le Mans Series and the Canadian NASCAR Series. Spengler's career is marked by a commitment to excellence on the track.

Won the DTM championship in 2012

Competed for BMW in DTM

Achieved numerous podium finishes in DTM

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