KYLE MARCELLI | RACE CAR DRIVER

KYLE MARCELLI | RACE CAR DRIVER
ABOUT:
Photo Credit: JAKE Media Nationality: Canadian
D.O.B: February 23, 1990
Marital Status: Married
Residence: Ontario, Canada
Height: 5’ 11”
Weight: 160 lbs.
Hobbies: Karting, Fitness, Family, Friends, Travel,
Camping, Hiking, Fishing, Media, PR, and Engineering
Career Goal: To enjoy a successful motorsport career as a
works racing driver, to bring winning results and value to
the team on and off the race circuit.
Quote: “If you work hard enough, and want it bad enough,
dreams do come true”
Kyle Marcelli: The Early Year’s
Born February 23rd, 1990 - As most Canadian’s do, Kyle started out on a pair of ice skates playing
hockey on ice rinks and outdoor ponds across Ontario, Canada. However, before he could even walk
there were signs of a passion for cars and speed. Kyle’s two uncles (Mike Marcelli and Peter Marcelli)
were both motorcycles racers themselves. It was Kyle’s uncle Mike that first took him to the local rental
go-kart facility in Goodwood, Ontario. From that day forward all he dreamed of was a career in auto
racing. At age ten, Kyle expressed to his father (Tony Marcelli) the desire he had to be a racing driver.
After purchasing a used 4-cycle go-kart, it was agreed that week days after work, Tony would take Kyle to
the local school parking lot to practice. After a summer of driving around basketball nets and parking
curbs, Kyle debuted in his first go-kart race at the Simcoe Kart Club in 2001 at age 11. Kyle picked up the
racing line around the circuit quite naturally and with his father and uncle watching from the sidelines,
Kyle raced to a second place finish in his first ever go-kart race.
Kyle Marcelli: The Racing Driver
Today, at 23 years of age, Canada’s Kyle Marcelli has
established himself as a professional racing driver
and one of North America’s top rising stars in
professional sportscar racing across the globe. After a
successful career in go karts and single-seaters, Kyle
made his rookie debut at the pinnacle of sportscar
racing, the American Le Mans Series in 2010. Since
then, Kyle has built a reputation of being a consistent
front-runner earning six pole positions, six wins,
eighteen podiums and seven fastest race laps in the
prototype category (from 2010 – 2013).
Photo Credit: JAKE Media Alongside of Kyle’s American Le Mans Series prototype commitments, Kyle recently spent time in the GT
category. In 2012 Kyle drove for Pfaff Automotive group in the Porsche GT3 Cup Canada. A dominating
performance, winning all but one race, Kyle caught the attention of Porsche Motorsport. In 2013, with the
guidance of Porsche, Kyle competed in four rounds of the Porsche Carrera Cup Deutschland, arguably the most
competitive single make championship in the world. Kyle earned two top tens. For 2014 Kyle has been signed to
Scuderia Corsa and will be used part-time in the team’s second car.
While Kyle’s second home is on the podium, his more permanent residence is Barrie, Ontario, Canada. Following
his career aspirations of professional auto racing; he’s a consummate professional both on and off the track. Kyle
represents his passion, sport, sponsors, team and fans proudly and effectively. He’s winning, engaging and
always visible.
Professional Racing Statistics: (updated 2007-2013)
Races Entered: 119
Wins: 20
Podiums: 62
Pole Positions: 24
Podium Percentage: 51%
Career Highlights:
2013
Series: American Le Mans Series (Prototype Category: LMPC)
Statistics: 3 wins, 6 podiums, 2 fastest laps (Vice-Champion)
Series: Porsche Carrera Cup Deutschland (4 events)
Statistics: 2 top ten’s
2012
Series: American Le Mans Series (Prototype Category: LMPC)
Statistics: 2 podiums, 3 pole positions, 1 fastest lap
Photo Credit: JAKE Media Series: Porsche GT3 Cup Challenge Canada
Statistics: 6 wins, 3 pole positions, 7 podiums, 3 fastest laps
(Champion)
2011
Series: American Le Mans Series (Prototype Category: LMPC)
Statistics: 2 wins, 3 pole positions, 5 podiums, 3 fastest laps (3rd)
Award: Michelin “Driver Of The Year”
Series: European Le Mans Series (2 events)
Statistics: 1 win, 2 podiums
2010
Photo Credit: MRS Series: American Le Mans Series (Prototype Category: LMPC)
Statistics: 3 podiums
For more information visit: www.kylemarcelli.com
Career Highlights: (Continued)
2009
Series: Cooper Tires Prototype Lites Championship (partial year)
Statistics: 3 wins, 2 pole positions, 5 podiums, 2 fastest laps (5th)
2008
Series: USF2000 Championship
Statistics: 1 win, 1 pole position, 9 podiums (3rd)
Race: Star Mazda Championship (Road Atlanta) 4th Place
Race: Castrol Canadian Touring Car Championship (Mosport Int’l
Raceway) 2nd Place
Award: “Canadian Up and Coming Road Racer of the Year”
Photo Credit: ES Photography 2007
Series: Canadian Formula Ford Championship
Statistics: 4 wins, 10 pole positions, 10 podiums (Champion)
Race: Canadian Touring Car Championship (Mosport Int’l Raceway)
Photo Credit: ES Photography 1st Place
Awards: “Up and Coming Canadian Road Racer of the Year”, “BARC
Best New Driver” (Previous winners Paul Tracy & Ron Fellows),
“CASC Competitor of the Year” & “Rookie of the Year”
2002-2006
Series: International Karting
Statistics: Multiple race wins, poles, podiums and Championships
Series: Bridgestone F2000 Championship
Statistics: 2 pole positions, 8 podiums (Vice-Champion)
Race: Skip Barber (Sebring International Raceway) 1st Place
Award: “Top Canadian Karter 2006” For more information visit: www.kylemarcelli.com
Testimonials:
"I have followed Kyle's progress for some years now and I am very impressed how he has developed. He has
that rare combination of natural talent and a work ethic, which is second to none. This combination is generally a
guaranteed recipe for success. With his motivation to win and never give up attitude he is an asset to any team
that have ambitions to be successful.” - Stefan Johansson - Ex. Formula 1, Indy Car Driver
“Some drivers have that special “it” factor, that “something” that separates them from the rest of the pack. From
what I have personally seen, I believe that Kyle Marcelli has it. He has the opportunity to grow into a successful
professional racecar driver.” - Derek Daly, Ex Formula 1, Champ Car Driver
“I ran Paul Tracy and Scott Maxwell, Gualter Salles, Cristiano da Matta – all those guys. All of them were great
drivers, but I think Kyle could be better than any of them.” - Brian Stewart - Indy Car Team Owner
"I have worked with many drivers over the years as both Sponsor and Team Owner. What strikes me most about
Kyle is his approach to the business side of the Sport. His driving talents speak for itself and that is important.
However he gets the business side and how to treats sponsors and business partners is mature beyond his
years. It reminds me of Scott Goodyear when we worked together before he hit the Big Time in Indy Cars. This
Kid is going to make it!” - Christopher Pfaff - Pfaff Automotive Group
“Kyle Marcelli entered the GT3 Cup Challenge Canada already a well-known entity in Canadian racing circles and he did it for all the right reasons. Already a successful prototype racing driver, he was looking to diversify his
portfolio and gain experience in GT cars like the 911 GT3 Cup. In just a few short months, Kyle impressed the
hell out of everyone he came in contact with during his time in the series. As a guest driver for Pfaff Automotive
Partners, he was an incredible ambassador for the series, and became the source of the majority of the press
coverage. After a successful season demonstrating his skills, it's time for Kyle to take the next step in his sports
car racing career - a drive in the international Porsche Supercup.” - Laurance Yap - Porsche Cars Canada Ltd.
PURSUIT OF VICTORY
Clink the link below, or copy and paste the URL to your browser to watch a mini documentary following Kyle Marcelli and team as
they race to victory at the Circuit of the America’s.
Pursuit of Victory
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fMOqWMRrOzs
TRAIN TO WIN
Clink the link below, or copy and paste the URL to your browser to watch a film following Kyle Marcelli as he trains in preparation for
the up coming race season.
Train To Win
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tbqbq4AwOs0
PAST + CURRENT PARTNERS
Contact:
Mobile: 1.705.720.4118
Fax: 1.705.719.4512
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.KyleMarcelli.com
Twitter.com/KyleMarcelli
Facebook.com/Kyle.Marcelli
YouTube.com/KyleMarcelli
Mailing Address:
Marcelli Motorsports Inc.
4 Checkley Street, Suite 201
Barrie, Ontario Canada L4N 1W1
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