Nelson Angelo Piquet, also affectionately referred to as Nelson Piquet Junior or Nelsinho Piquet, is a Brazilian professional racing driver, born on July 25, 1985, in Heidelberg, Germany. As the son of the illustrious Nelson Piquet, a three-time Formula One world champion and one of Brazil's most accomplished F1 drivers, Piquet Junior has undoubtedly inherited his father's passion and talent for the sport.
Throughout his career, Piquet has demonstrated remarkable skill and dedication, with notable achievements including a win in the 2005 Belgian GP2 Series race and a commendable 2nd place finish in the series in 2006. His impressive performance caught the attention of the Renault Formula One team, who subsequently signed him as a test driver for the 2007 season.
In 2008, Piquet's hard work and dedication paid off as he was promoted to the Renault F1 team's race roster. Currently, he resides in Oxford, England, where he continues to pursue his passion for racing and strive for excellence in the world of Formula One.
