Bert Longin
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| Bert Longin | |
|---|---|
 Bert Longin celebrates a race victory at 24 Hours of Zolder in 2022. | |
| Nationality |  Belgian |
| Born | October 26, 1965 Rotselaar, Flemish Brabant |
| Related to | Stienes Longin (son) |
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Bert Longin (born 26 October 1965 in Rotselaar, Flemish Brabant) is a former Belgian professional racing driver known for his participation in various racing competitions, including the FIA GT Championship, the Belcar Trophy, and the 24 Hours of Zolder.[1]
Racing career[edit]
Longin's motorsport career began with participation in the GT2 European Series and a longstanding association with PK Carsport. [2][3]
He has a record of achievements that include multiple wins, notably his seven victories at the 24 Hours of Zolder. In 2019, Longin was part of the winning team in the Agoria Solar Team, highlighting his ability to adapt and excel in different racing formats.[4]
Longin's distinction of being the first driver to win the 24 Hours of Zolder seven times exemplifies his sustained success and dedication to motorsport.[5]
Motorsports Achievements[edit]
Key achievements in Longin's racing career include[edit]
| Achievements | |
|---|---|
| Belcar Champion General | 7[6] |
| Winner 24 hours of Zolder | 7 (record holder)[6] |
| World champion 24H Solar Challenge | 1 (2019)[7] |
| Winner European Solar Challenge | 2 (2020[8] & 2021) |
| FIA GT victories | 7[7] |
| European GT2 Vice Champion | 1 (2021)[9] |
| Winner 24H Dubai GTX Category 1 | 1 (2022)[10] |
| Zolder Legend Trophy | 1 (2023)[11] |
Personal life[edit]
Longin was born in Leuven, Belgium, and has a significant connection to his family, especially his son Stienes Longin, who has also pursued a successful racing career. Their father-son relationship within motorsport adds a personal dimension to Longin's racing endeavors.[4]
Vision and goals[edit]
Throughout his career, Longin has aimed to continue his success in motorsport, striving to break more records and further establish his legacy in the racing world.[12]
References[edit]
- ↑ Deprez, Charlotte (16 August 2022). "Leuvenaar Bert Longin behaalt recordaantal overwinningen in 24-uur van Zolder: "Ik voel me gelukkig, nederig en dankbaar"". VRT NWS. p. 1.
- ↑ "Team Longin". Team Longin (in Nederlands). Retrieved 2024-02-26.
- ↑ "Bert Longin (PK Carsport) conquis par la catégorie GT2". Endurance Info (in français). Retrieved 2024-02-26.
- ↑ 4.0 4.1 Jacobs, Hans (2021-01-05). "Zo vader, zo zoon: Bert en Stienes Longin • RallyandRaces.com". RallyandRaces.com (in Nederlands). Retrieved 2024-02-26.
- ↑ "Bert Longin veut devenir le premier septuple vainqueur des 24H de Zolder". Speed Magazine (in français). 2021-09-20. Retrieved 2024-02-26.
- ↑ 6.0 6.1 "Bert en Stienes Longin zetten Belcartitel in de verf met klinkende zege | Leuven Actueel". www.leuvenactueel.be (in Nederlands). Retrieved 2024-02-26.
- ↑ 7.0 7.1 Brandworks.be. "WRT | Bert Longin". w-racingteam.com. Retrieved 2024-02-26.
- ↑ "Innoptus Solar Team | Belgian solar car wins European championship". Innoptus Solar Team | Belgian solar car wins European championship. Retrieved 2024-02-26.
- ↑ http://www.imust.be. "RACB". www.racb.com. Retrieved 2024-02-26.
- ↑ "THE ADRENALINE GRIT RUSH OF THE HANKOOK DUBAI 24 HOUR 2022 – FVM". www.fvmglobal.com. Retrieved 2024-02-26.
- ↑ Custers, Joost (2023-01-16). "Bert Longin krijgt Zolder Legend Trophy". Welkom op de website van autosportwereld (in Nederlands). Retrieved 2024-02-26.
- ↑ Brandworks.be. "WRT | Bert Longin". w-racingteam.com. Retrieved 2024-02-26.
External links[edit]
- Official website
- Bert Longin news items at Autosport.be
- Bert Longin career summary at DriverDB.com
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