Jörg Bergmeister

Race car driver and Le Mans participant

Jörg Bergmeister - Race car driver and Le Mans participant
Born

February 13th, 1976
49 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Germany

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Born in 1976, a German race car driver with a significant career in endurance racing. Competed in various championships, including the American Le Mans Series and the FIA World Endurance Championship. Achieved multiple victories in the 24 Hours of Daytona and 24 Hours of Le Mans, securing a reputation for excellence in sports car racing.

Won 24 Hours of Le Mans in 2000

Secured multiple American Le Mans Series championships

Achieved victory at 24 Hours of Daytona

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