Ho-Pin Tung

Race car driver with Le Mans participation

Ho-Pin Tung - Race car driver with Le Mans participation
Born

December 4th, 1982
42 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Netherlands

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A Dutch-Chinese race car driver born in 1982, participated in various racing series including the FIA World Endurance Championship. Achieved notable success in endurance racing and competed at the prestigious 24 Hours of Le Mans multiple times. Gained experience driving for several teams and established a presence in the world of motorsports through consistent performances.

Competed at the 24 Hours of Le Mans

Participated in the FIA World Endurance Championship

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