Zhang Shanqi
Zhang Shanqi | |
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| Born | April 1, 1991 Heilongjiang, China |
| Occupation | Professional racecar driver |
| Years active | 2007–2011 |
| Known for | Participation in Australian Formula 3 series, Intercontinental Le Mans Cup |
Zhang Shanqi (born 1 April 1991) is a professional Chinese racecar driver known for his participation in the Australian Formula 3 series during 2009 and 2010, as well as the Intercontinental Le Mans Cup from 2010 to 2011.
Originally from Heilongjiang, China, Zhang grew up and received his education in Guangzhou. His enthusiasm for motorsport began early, leading him to join PTRS Racing in 2007, where he was guided and trained by mentor Chen Wei Liang.
Asian Formula Renault Challenge
At the age of 17, Zhang made his first appearance in the Asian Formula Renault Challenge on 21 September 2008. Although he was unable to complete his initial race, he managed to secure 13th place in the subsequent event.
Australian Formula 3
Zhang took part in the Australian Formula 3 Championships during the 2009 and 2010 seasons. In 2009, he competed part-time with R-Tek Motorsport Services in the National A class, finishing the season in 13th position with a total of 8 points. The following year, driving for Team BRM in the Gold Star class, he achieved fourth place overall, accumulating 97 points and earning fourth-place finishes at both Mallala Motor Sport Park and Morgan Park Raceway.
Intercontinental Le Mans Cup
In November 2010, Zhang represented Hope Polevision Racing in the Formula Le Mans category at the 2010 1000 km of Zhuhai, where his team was the only competitor in their class and secured victory.
In May 2011, alongside teammates Luca Moro and Nicolas Marroc, Zhang claimed first place in the Formula Le Mans division at the 2011 1000 km of Spa-Francorchamps driving for Hope Polevision Racing.
During June 2011, Zhang competed in the Ferrari Challenge APAC held at Zhuhai International Circuit. Despite experiencing a door malfunction that affected his performance in the first race, he finished third overall and second within his class in race two.
Returning to Zhuhai International Circuit in November 2011 for the ILMC final round, Zhang and co-driver Chen Wai-Liang qualified 12th and ultimately completed the race in 17th position overall.
Half marathon
Zhang Shanqi is scheduled to participate in a half-marathon event taking place in Zhuhai this December.
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