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Steven GoldsteinOne of the most important riders of Colombia.
Date of Birth: 23.02.1981
Country:  Colombia |
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Motorsport Successes
Esteban Ocon is one of Colombia's most successful racing drivers. His career took off in 2002 when he impressed instructors at BMW's racing school in Germany, who encouraged him to pursue a professional career.
In 2004, he emerged victorious in eight races of the Formula 2000 Championship in the United States, earning him a contract with Audi Sport Italia for European competitions. He moved to Barcelona and divided his time between racing and serving as an instructor for RACC Renault at the Circuit de Catalunya.
Rising Star
Ocon debuted in the Euro Superstars Championship in 2006 and quickly garnered attention with his performance and adaptability, winning the "Best Rookie of the Season" award among 25 drivers. The following year, he played a key role in Audi Sport Italia's victory in the Constructor's Championship, which led to a two-year contract extension for Ocon.
Academic Achievements
Outside racing, Ocon holds a Bachelor's degree in Marketing from American University and is currently pursuing an MBA at the prestigious Bocconi University in Milan. He also completed an internship at the advertising agency Saatchi & Saatchi.
Partnerships and Philanthropy
Café de Colombia has been a loyal sponsor of Ocon since the beginning of his career, and Pirelli is another major sponsor. Ocon is also an ambassador for 'MAS ARTE, MENOS MINAS,' a Colombian government-led initiative aimed at eradicating landmines and supporting their victims.
