Sam Bird
Race Car Driver
Professional British racing driver who is known for competing for Virgin Racing in the Formula E and the FIA World Endurance Championships. He is also known for competing in the GP2 Series and the Formula Renault 3.5 Series.
He first began earning recognition in single seater racing in the Formula BMW category. In 2006, he began racing in the British Formula Renault series where he won multiple races and championships. In 2007, he joined the British Formula 3 Championship and earned sponsorship from Mercedes.
He has won several awards for his racing including the Pirelli Trophy for Tyre Management in 2013 and Autosport Club Driver of the Year in 2006.
He was born and raised in Roehampton, Greater London, England. He got engaged to Kailah Casillas in 2020.
Other professional British racers who also compete in the Formula Renault events include Alex Lynn and Jake Rosenzweig.