Matheus Leist
Brazilian race car driver with IndyCar success
Born
September 8th, 1998
26 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Brazil
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Competed in professional motorsport from a young age, achieving significant success in various racing series. Gained attention in 2018 as a driver for A.J. Foyt Enterprises in the IndyCar Series. Demonstrated skill during the Indianapolis 500, one of the most prestigious races in the world. Prior to IndyCar, achieved notable finishes in the Eurocircuit series.
Raced for A.J. Foyt Enterprises in IndyCar
Competed in the Indianapolis 500
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