Olivier Beretta

Monégasque racing driver, Le Mans winner

Olivier Beretta - Monégasque racing driver, Le Mans winner
Born

November 23rd, 1969
55 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Monaco

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Competed in Formula One and endurance racing. Participated in Formula One from 1994 to 1997, driving for teams including Larrousse and Minardi. Achieved significant success in endurance racing, most notably winning the 24 Hours of Le Mans in 2000 with the Prototype Racing team. Also drove for various teams in the FIA GT Championship, securing multiple race victories and contributing to championships with notable teams such as Maserati.

Competed in Formula One from 1994 to 1997

Won the 24 Hours of Le Mans in 2000

Achieved multiple victories in FIA GT Championship

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