Esteban Gutiérrez
Mexican race car driver in Formula 1
Born
August 5th, 1991
33 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Mexico
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Competed in Formula 1 racing and participated in various motorsport events. Gutiérrez made his debut in Formula 1 in 2013, driving for the Sauber F1 Team. His racing career includes participation in other racing series, showcasing skills in open-wheel racing. In addition to Formula 1, Gutiérrez has competed in events such as the GP2 Series, where he achieved multiple podium finishes. Continued to contribute to motorsport as a test driver for different racing teams.
Debuted in Formula 1 with Sauber in 2013
Achieved multiple podium finishes in GP2 Series
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