Jan Magnussen

Jan Magnussen is a Danish racing driver who achieved legendary status in GT racing, particularly with Corvette Racing. Born on July 4, 1973, in Roskilde, Denmark, Magnussen rose through Formula racing before finding his greatest success in sports cars.

Magnussen competed in Formula One in 1997-1998 but found his true calling in GT racing. From 2004 to 2020, he was a factory Corvette Racing driver, becoming the most successful driver in the program's history. He won the GTE Pro class at Le Mans four times and numerous IMSA GT championships.

At the 24 Hours of Le Mans, Magnussen has claimed four class victories (2009, 2015-2016, 2019) in the GTE Pro category, establishing himself as a GT racing specialist. His partnership with Antonio Garcia and the Corvette Racing team produced consistent championship-caliber performances. Known for his precise driving style and ability to maximize tire life, Magnussen exemplified the technical demands of modern GT racing. He is the father of Formula One driver Kevin Magnussen.