Biography

Stoffel Vandoorne, born on March 26, 1992, in Kortrijk, Belgium, is a Belgian racing driver known for his achievements in Formula 1, Formula E, and endurance racing. Vandoorne rose to prominence as a standout talent in the junior ranks, winning the GP2 Series (now Formula 2) in 2015 with ART Grand Prix, showcasing his speed, consistency, and racecraft. He joined McLaren in Formula 1 as a reserve driver and made his debut in 2016, filling in for Fernando Alonso at the Bahrain Grand Prix and impressively scoring points. Vandoorne then raced full-time for McLaren from 2017 to 2018, though his time in F1 was challenging due to the car’s lack of competitiveness. In 2019, Vandoorne transitioned to Formula E with Mercedes EQ Formula E Team, where he found success in the electric series.