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Sebastien Baud told Motorsport Week about his 24 Hours of Le Mans debut whilst reminiscing his memories as an avid Corvette fanatic, having now fulfilled his dream behind the wheel of a Corvette. “This is very, very nice because this is my dream,” said the Frenchman. “And I am very happy to be here with […]
The Frenchman expressed his joy, stating that being with the Corvette team fulfills his dream. He is a devoted Corvette fan and has been following their victories at Le Mans closely. Winning the championship and the 24 Hours of Le Mans last year was a significant moment for him as it is a French race, his home race, where he is having a great time. The track’s layout, including the iconic hill of Dunlop Chicane and the fast Porsche Curves, fills him with excitement and adrenaline. He reminisced about his youth, seeking autographs from Corvette crew members, which has now culminated in him driving the new Corvette Z06 GT3.R in the FIA World Endurance Championship. TF Sport’s switch to Corvette for the 2024 season has been a significant move, with teammate Daniel Juncadella aiming for their first Hyperpole position. Hiroshi Koizumi is looking to gain more experience before the race on 15-16 June.
