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Oliver Gray (born 28 April 2005[1]) is a British racing driver who most recently competed in the 2025 European Le Mans Series, winning the Drivers' Championship with VDS Panis Racing. He previously drove for Inter Europol Competition in 2024. Gray was previously a member of the Williams Driver Academy.[2]

Key Information

Early career

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Karting

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Gray began his karting career at Buckmore Park in 2015. After winning the British Championship in 2019, he moved into international competition in 2020, driving for Leclerc by Lennox Racing.[3] He also narrowly missed out on winning the 2019 IAME International Final at Le Mans, losing victory to Oliver Bearman due to a last-lap engine failure.[4]

Formula 4

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2021

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Gray began his single-seater career in 2021, driving for Fortec Motorsport in the F4 British Championship.[5] He had a solid season, taking his maiden wins in Thruxton Circuit.[6][7] However, those were his only wins of the year, let alone standing on the podium. Despite missing a round, Gray placed seventh in the standings.[8]

Gray also took part in two rounds of the Italian F4 Championship with BVM Racing.[9] He had a best finish of 12th and placed 37th in the championship.[10]

2022

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Gray racing at Brands Hatch during the 2022 F4 British Championship

Gray partook in the 2022 Formula 4 UAE Championship with Hitech GP.[11] He raced in only the first two rounds, scoring a podium in the second race, which put him 15th overall.[12]

For his main campaign, Gray switched to Carlin for his second F4 British season.[13] The season was largely dominated by Alex Dunne, but Gray was able to notch up two wins at Croft Circuit and Silverstone.[14][15] He did however, score 14 further podiums throughout the season, securing vice-champion following the conclusion of the season.[16] He was also nominated for the Autosport BRDC Award.[17]

FIA Formula 3 Championship

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Gray driving the Dallara F3 2019 during the 2023 Spielberg Formula 3 round

Gray was promoted to FIA Formula 3 for 2023, staying with Rodin Carlin.[18] He had a disappointing season, failing to score points and having a best finish of 14th, which placed him 28th overall in the standings.[19]

Formula One

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Gray was part of the Williams Driver Academy from 2022 to 2023.[20]

Sportscar career

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2024: ELMS debut

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Following a sub-par Formula 3 campaign, Gray switched to racing in the 2024 European Le Mans Series with Inter Europol Competition alongside Luca Ghiotto and Clément Novalak.[21] Gray experienced a consistent campaign in the series, finishing fourth during the 4 Hours of Spa-Francorchamps before a first podium in Mugello with third place.[22][23] He finished the season with fifth place for the 4 Hours of Portimão, as his team finished seventh in the LMP2 standings.[24]

Gray also partook in the Porsche Carrera Cup Italia for Ombra Racing from the second round onwards; he had a highest finish of fourth place twice and finished 14th in the standings.[25][26]

2025

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Gray switched to VDS Panis Racing for 2025 in the European Le Mans Series, where his teammates are Esteban Masson and Charles Milesi.[27] The trio began the campaign by finishing third overall at Barcelona, which netted them second in the Pro class.[28] Despite Milesi qualifying second at Le Castellet, the team finished sixth in the Pro class and a lowly 12th overall.[29][30] Gray subsequently made his 24 Hours of Le Mans debut alongside Masson and Franck Perera.[31] He inherited the lead during the fifth hour and remained there during the night.[32][33] This lead, once over a minute long, was lost once a safety car was called to bunch up the field.[34] The race for the LMP2 lead became a two-way fight between Gray's #48 and the #43 of Inter Europol, but despite a late penalty for the #43, the win was lost as Masson slowed with a suspension problem during the final hour and nursed the car home in second place.[35][36]

At Imola, the VDS Panis crew bounced back: Gray took the lead from Jamie Chadwick at the end of the first hour and drove out a commanding lead, one which his teammates retained to give Gray his first sportscar victory.[37][38]

In October 2025, Gray was announced to be taking part in the FIA World Endurance Championship rookie test at the Bahrain International Circuit, where he will sample the championship-winning Hypercar.[39]

Personal life

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Gray labels Michael Schumacher as his racing hero.[40]

Karting record

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Karting career summary

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Season Series Team Position
2017 LGM Series - IAME Cadet 10th
Super 1 National Championship - IAME Cadet 17th
2019 IAME International Final - X30 Junior Dan Holland Racing 32nd
Kartmasters British GP - X30 Junior 1st
British Kart Championship - X30 Junior 1st
IAME Euro Series - X30 Junior 2nd
IAME Winter Cup - X30 Junior 5th
WSK Euro Series - OK Junior Lennox Racing Team 33rd
2020 CIK-FIA World Championship - OK Leclerc by Lennox Racing
WSK Euro Series - OK 6th
CIK-FIA European Championship - OK 10th
25° South Garda Winter Cup - OK
WSK Super Master Series - OK 14th

Racing record

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Racing career summary

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Season Series Team Races Wins Poles F/Laps Podiums Points Position
2021 F4 British Championship Fortec Motorsport 27 2 2 1 2 173 7th
Italian F4 Championship BVM Racing 6 0 0 0 0 0 37th
2022 Formula 4 UAE Championship Hitech GP 8 0 0 0 1 41 15th
F4 British Championship Carlin 30 2 2 0 16 343 2nd
2023 FIA Formula 3 Championship Rodin Carlin 18 0 0 0 0 0 28th
2024 European Le Mans Series - LMP2 Inter Europol Competition 6 0 0 0 1 47 7th
Porsche Sprint Challenge Southern Europe - Pro Ombra Racing 4 0 0 0 0 11 22nd
Porsche Carrera Cup Italy 10 0 0 0 0 65 14th
2025 European Le Mans Series - LMP2 VDS Panis Racing 6 3 1 1 4 106 1st
24 Hours of Le Mans - LMP2 1 0 0 0 1 — 2nd

Complete F4 British Championship results

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(key) (Races in bold indicate pole position) (Races in italics indicate fastest lap)

Year Team 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 DC Points
2021 Fortec Motorsport THR1
1
6 		THR1
2
11 		THR1
3
4 		SNE
1
4 		SNE
2
10 		SNE
3
11 		BHI
1
57 		BHI
2
9 		BHI
3
11 		OUL
1
5 		OUL
2
66 		OUL
3
Ret 		KNO
1
9 		KNO
2
7 		KNO
3
Ret 		THR2
1
1 		THR2
2
511 		THR2
3
1 		CRO
1
8 		CRO
2
63 		CRO
3
9 		SIL
1
Ret 		SIL
2
73 		SIL
3
Ret 		DON
1 		DON
2 		DON
3 		BHGP
1
10 		BHGP
2
41 		BHGP
3
7 		7th 173
2022 Carlin DON
1
2 		DON
2
Ret 		DON
3
3 		BHI
1
3 		BHI
2
23 		BHI
3
2 		THR1
1
3 		THR1
2
44 		THR1
3
Ret 		OUL
1
6 		OUL
2
42 		OUL
3
6 		CRO
1
3 		CRO
2
35 		CRO
3
1 		KNO
1
3 		KNO
2
5 		KNO
3
2 		SNE
1
3 		SNE
2
7 		SNE
3
2 		THR2
1
Ret 		THR2
2
67 		THR2
3
12 		SIL
1
4 		SIL
2
10 		SIL
3
1 		BHGP
1
2 		BHGP
2
Ret 		BHGP
3
3 		2nd 343

Complete Italian F4 Championship results

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(key) (Races in bold indicate pole position) (Races in italics indicate fastest lap)

Year Team 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 DC Points
2021 BVM Racing LEC
1 		LEC
2 		LEC
3 		MIS
1 		MIS
2 		MIS
3 		VLL
1 		VLL
2 		VLL
3 		IMO
1 		IMO
2 		IMO
3 		RBR
1 		RBR
2 		RBR
3 		MUG
1
18 		MUG
2
21 		MUG
3
21 		MNZ
1
12 		MNZ
2
26 		MNZ
3
12 		37th 0

Complete Formula 4 UAE Championship results

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(key) (Races in bold indicate pole position) (Races in italics indicate fastest lap)

Year Team 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 DC Points
2022 Hitech GP YAS1
1
11 		YAS1
2
3 		YAS1
3
11 		YAS1
4
8 		DUB1
1
Ret 		DUB1
2
5 		DUB1
3
5 		DUB1
4
9 		DUB2
1 		DUB2
2 		DUB2
3 		DUB2
4 		DUB3
1 		DUB3
2 		DUB3
3 		DUB3
4 		YAS2
1 		YAS2
2 		YAS3
3 		YAS4
4
 15th 41

Complete FIA Formula 3 Championship results

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(key) (Races in bold indicate pole position) (Races in italics indicate fastest lap)

Year Entrant 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 DC Points
2023 Rodin Carlin BHR
SPR
21 		BHR
FEA
21 		MEL
SPR
20 		MEL
FEA
14 		MON
SPR
22 		MON
FEA
19 		CAT
SPR
15 		CAT
FEA
18 		RBR
SPR
Ret 		RBR
FEA
14 		SIL
SPR
25 		SIL
FEA
20 		HUN
SPR
14 		HUN
FEA
27 		SPA
SPR
20 		SPA
FEA
Ret 		MNZ
SPR
Ret 		MNZ
FEA
16 		28th 0

Complete European Le Mans Series results

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(key) (Races in bold indicate pole position; results in italics indicate fastest lap)

Year Entrant Class Chassis Engine 1 2 3 4 5 6 Rank Points
2024 Inter Europol Competition LMP2 Oreca 07 Gibson GK428 4.2 L V8 CAT
8 		LEC
Ret 		IMO
7 		SPA
4 		MUG
3 		ALG
5 		7th 47
2025 VDS Panis Racing LMP2 Oreca 07 Gibson GK428 4.2 L V8 CAT
2 		LEC
6 		IMO
1 		SPA
1 		SIL
8 		ALG
1 		1st 106

Complete Porsche Carrera Cup Italy results

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(key) (Races in bold indicate pole position) (Races in italics indicate fastest lap)

Year Team 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 DC Points
2024 Ombra Racing MIS
1 		MIS
2 		IMO
1
15 		IMO
2
Ret 		MUG
1
9 		MUG
2
8 		IMO
1
22 		IMO
2
4 		VLL
1
7 		VLL
2
8 		MNZ
1
12 		MNZ
2
4 		14th 65

Complete 24 Hours of Le Mans results

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Year Team Co-Drivers Car Class Laps Pos. Class
Pos.
2025 France VDS Panis Racing France Esteban Masson
France Franck Perera 		Oreca 07-Gibson LMP2 367 19th 2nd

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Oliver Gray

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Oliver Gray (born 28 April 2005) is a British professional racing driver specializing in endurance racing, renowned for his rapid progression from karting to international single-seater and sportscar competitions. A native of , —a hub of British motorsport—he began his career in karting at age nine and quickly rose to prominence with multiple national titles and the vice-championship in the 2019 IAME X30 Junior European series before transitioning to formula cars. Gray is a former member of the , having joined in 2022, and his notable achievements include finishing as runner-up in the 2022 ROKiT British F4 Championship and securing second place in the LMP2 class at the 2025 . Gray's early success in karting laid the foundation for his single-seater career, where he competed in the , UAE F4 Championship, and British F4 Championship starting in 2021. Driving for Fortec Motorsport in his debut British F4 season, he claimed two victories and two pole positions, primarily at the challenging . The following year with Carlin, he elevated his performance, securing two wins, 16 podiums, and the vice-championship in a highly competitive field. This paved the way for his step up to the in 2023 with Rodin Carlin, marking his entry into global junior open-wheel racing. In 2024, Gray shifted focus to endurance racing, debuting in the (ELMS) LMP2 class and earning a finish in his rookie season. He continued with VDS Panis Racing in the No. 48 Oreca 07-Gibson alongside teammates Charles Milesi and for the 2025 ELMS campaign, where the trio dominated with three victories in four races, culminating in Gray clinching the LMP2 Drivers' Championship at the season finale in . This triumph not only highlighted his adaptability to prototype racing but also earned the team an invitation to the 2026 and led to Gray's selection to participate in the rookie test in in November 2025.

Early career

Karting

Oliver Gray began his motorsport journey in karting in 2015 at the age of 10, initially participating in recreational sessions at in , . He quickly progressed to competitive , competing in regional events across the to build foundational skills in handling and racecraft. By focusing on consistency and technical proficiency, Gray honed his abilities through regular track time and participation in local series, which emphasized endurance and adaptability in varying conditions. In 2019, Gray achieved a breakthrough at the national level, securing the British Kart Championship title in the X30 Junior category after a dominant performance, including a victory in the season finale at Whilton Mill. That same year, he also won the Kartmasters in the X30 Junior class, further solidifying his reputation as a top junior talent. These successes, combined with a vice-championship in the IAME Euro Series, marked his transition from regional to prominent national competitions. Advancing to senior karting in 2020 with the Leclerc by Lennox Racing team, Gray competed internationally, finishing 14th overall in the WSK Super Master Series and tenth in the FIA Karting - OK category. These results highlighted his growth in high-stakes environments and paved the way for his move to single-seater racing.

Formula 4

Oliver Gray began his single-seater racing career in the 2021 British Championship with Fortec Motorsport. In a rookie season marked by rapid adaptation, he secured his maiden victories in the season-opening round at , claiming for both races and converting them into a double win, which propelled him to a seventh-place finish in the overall standings with 173 points. These results highlighted his potential in technical circuits requiring precise qualifying and race management. To broaden his experience, Gray also competed in the final two rounds of the 2021 with BVM Racing, though he ended the season 37th overall without notable points finishes. In 2022, Gray switched to Carlin for the British Championship, where he mounted a strong title challenge, finishing as vice-champion with 343 points across 21 races. He recorded two victories—one via a bold overtaking maneuver in the Croft finale—and achieved multiple pole positions, including a double at , alongside 16 podiums that underscored his consistency in a highly competitive field. Gray further tested in international waters during the winter series with Hitech GP, participating in the first two rounds and securing one finish en route to 15th in the standings with 41 points from eight races. Across his campaigns with Fortec and Carlin, Gray amassed four wins, four pole positions, and over 20 , demonstrating versatility across regional and winter series that directly contributed to his progression to the in 2023.

FIA Formula 3 Championship

Oliver Gray entered the as a full-season driver for Carlin Motorsport, marking his debut in the series following his runner-up finish in the 2022 British F4 Championship. The team, later rebranded as Rodin Carlin midway through the season, fielded Gray alongside teammates Cohen and in the highly competitive grid of 30 cars. The championship consisted of nine rounds held as support events to Formula 1 Grands Prix, featuring 18 races in total: a 30-minute sprint race with a partially reversed grid based on the top 10 qualifiers, and a longer feature race starting from qualifying order, both using the chassis powered by a 3.4-liter and fitted with tires. Gray participated in all 18 races, starting from an average grid position of 24th and achieving a best qualifying of 20th, but faced significant challenges in a field dominated by more experienced drivers. Despite showing flashes of pace, Gray scored no points across the season, finishing 28th in the drivers' standings. His best results were three 14th-place finishes in feature races: at Albert Park in (Round 1), the in Spielberg (Round 5), and in (Round 7). These performances highlighted his adaptation to the series' higher speeds and global competition, though consistent top-10 contention eluded him due to the depth of the entry list. Key setbacks included three retirements and multiple penalties for on-track incidents. In the season-opening round, Gray received a post-qualifying grid drop for impeding another driver during the session. Later, at the sprint race, he was handed a 10-second time penalty for causing a collision with another car. In qualifying (Round 8), Gray was one of five drivers disqualified for an illegal change, though he was permitted to start the races from the back; he also carried a five-place grid penalty from the prior round for another collision. These events, combined with the team's overall struggles—where only scored points—underscored a developmental season focused on gaining experience in the FIA-sanctioned series.

Williams Driver Academy

Membership

Oliver Gray joined the in March 2022, following his promising debut in single-seater racing during the 2021 British F4 Championship, where he secured two wins and two pole positions. His selection into the academy was part of Williams' strategy to nurture emerging talent ahead of the 2022 season, during which Gray competed in the with Carlin. Gray's vice-championship finish in the 2022 ROKiT , where he amassed 343 points with two victories and 16 podiums, solidified his standing and led to his continued membership through 2023. This performance highlighted his consistency and speed, aligning with the academy's criteria for retaining drivers in their development program. He departed the academy after the 2023 season to pursue opportunities in sportscar racing. As a member, Gray gained access to the team's headquarters at Grove, where he was fully immersed in operations, including extensive simulator sessions to refine his driving techniques and data analysis skills. He also received direct mentorship from Williams' Formula 1 engineers and personnel, focusing on performance optimization and professional growth. Gray's role within the academy positioned him as a key prospect in Williams' junior driver development pipeline, aimed at bridging the gap from feeder series to potential Formula 1 opportunities through structured support and evaluation. During his campaign, this membership overlapped with academy-provided testing support to enhance his single-seater experience.

Key activities and achievements

As a member of the , Oliver Gray received targeted support for his campaign with Rodin Carlin, where he was one of four academy-affiliated drivers competing on the grid. This included close collaboration with the Williams team at their Grove headquarters to enhance his overall development as a driver. Gray's involvement in the academy culminated in his departure from the program at the end of 2023, paving the way for a transition to sportscar racing in the LMP2 class of the European Le Mans Series.

Sportscar career

2024 season

In 2024, Oliver Gray transitioned to sportscar racing, making his debut in the European Le Mans Series (ELMS) LMP2 class with Inter Europol Competition in the #34 Oreca 07-Gibson, partnering Clément Novalak and Luca Ghiotto. The season began at the 4 Hours of Barcelona, where the trio qualified competitively but finished eighth after a solid but unremarkable race marred by minor strategy adjustments. Gray set the fastest time in free practice at the subsequent Imola round, showcasing early promise in the prototype, though the team ended seventh in that event. The highlight came at the 4 Hours of , where Gray, Novalak, and Ghiotto secured the team's sole podium of the season with a third-place finish in a chaotic, red-flagged race that saw multiple incidents and a shortened duration. Despite challenges including a retirement at Le Castellet due to a gearbox failure while leading and consistent mid-pack results elsewhere, the #34 car accumulated enough points for Gray to finish seventh in the LMP2 drivers' standings. Parallel to his ELMS campaign, Gray competed in the Italia from the second round onward with Ombra Racing in a Porsche 911 GT3 Cup, adapting to GT machinery. He recorded his best results with two fourth-place finishes, including a strong performance at where he capitalized on late-race battles to secure the position. These efforts led to 14th in the overall drivers' championship with 65 points, marking a learning year in the one-make series.

2025 season

In 2025, Oliver Gray continued his sportscar career with VDS Panis Racing in the (ELMS) LMP2 class, driving the Oreca 07-Gibson alongside co-drivers Charles Milesi and . This lineup built on the team's experience from the prior year, where Gray had gained familiarity with endurance racing formats. The Oreca 07-Gibson, powered by a 4.2-liter V8 Gibson producing approximately 570 horsepower, proved reliable throughout the seven-round season, allowing the trio to focus on consistent strategy and driver rotations. Gray's season was marked by strong performances, culminating in the ELMS LMP2 Drivers' title shared with Milesi and Masson. The team secured three victories—at Imola, Spa-Francorchamps, and the finale at —along with four podium finishes in the ELMS season. Gray contributed one and one fastest lap, notably setting the quickest time of 1:34.258 at during the title-deciding race. These results highlighted the effective team dynamics, with Milesi's experience in endurance racing complementing Masson's speed in qualifying sessions and Gray's growing proficiency in long stints. A standout moment came at the in June, where Gray made his debut in the prestigious event. Piloting the #48 entry for VDS Panis Racing, the team navigated challenging conditions—including variable weather and intense competition—to finish second in the LMP2 class, just behind the winning . Gray's stints were praised for their composure, contributing to a trouble-free run that solidified the team's momentum heading into the ELMS finale. The championship was clinched at the 4 Hours of in , where Gray, Milesi, and Masson dominated from the front, leading the majority of the race en route to victory. This result gave the team an unassailable points lead, ending the season with 106 points and marking Gray's first major title in sportscar racing. In recognition of his ELMS success, Gray was selected in October 2025 for the (WEC) rookie test at , where he drove the #50 Hypercar for .

Personal life

Early life

Oliver Gray was born on 28 April 2005 in , , . From a young age, Gray showed a strong passion for driving fast and competing, which quickly became the central focus of his early interests. This enthusiasm led him to begin karting at the age of nine, marking the start of his involvement in .

Interests and influences

Oliver Gray has cited as his primary racing influence, admiring the seven-time World Champion's profound understanding of the car and his professional approach to . In a 2023 interview, Gray highlighted Schumacher's "depth of understanding of the car, what he needed to do with the car," emphasizing his and scientific mindset during his peak years. This admiration stems from Schumacher's dedication and overall greatness, which Gray sees as a benchmark for driver development. Beyond racing, Gray pursues several hobbies to balance his demanding schedule, including playing , which he considers his favorite non-motorsport activity, and skiing in the . He has also taken up during offseasons and enjoys relaxing with friends, watching . These pursuits reflect his interest in maintaining a well-rounded , with additional non-racing aspirations in sports management or professional if not pursuing a driving . Gray's fitness regimen supports his endurance-focused transition, though he has noted split squats as his least favorite leg exercise due to their intensity. Following his 2025 LMP2 championship win at age 20, Gray expressed optimism about his career progression in endurance racing, stating he could now "focus on speed rather than learning the car." He views this success as a foundation for long-term growth, including his participation in the Rookie Test in on 9 November 2025, driving a Hypercar, which advanced his experience at higher levels in prototype racing. Gray's motivations center on resilience and performance optimization, positioning him for potential full-season opportunities in the World Endurance Championship.

Karting record

Career summary

Oliver Gray began his karting career in 2015 at Buckmore Park, initially competing in regional events to build experience in the sport. Over the next two years, he progressed to the IAME Cadet class, participating in national series such as the Super One National Championship, where he earned 777 points and finished 17th overall in 2017. During this period, Gray demonstrated early promise by securing in timed qualifying at Round 8 of the MSA British Cadet Kart Championship at that same year. In 2018, Gray advanced to the more competitive X30 Junior category, competing in the British Kart Championship and achieving an 11th-place finish, which marked his adaptation to higher-level machinery and racing intensity. His performance surged in 2019, a breakout year where he dominated the X30 Junior division by winning the British Kart Championship with 621 points driving an Alonso Kart powered by IAME, alongside victory in the Kartmasters British Grand Prix. He also claimed runner-up honors in the IAME Euro Series that season with Dan Holland Racing, accumulating 241 points. These successes included multiple race wins and podiums across the British and international calendars. Gray's 2020 season shifted toward senior-level international competition in the category with Leclerc by Lennox Racing, where he finished 10th in the FIA Karting European Championship with 19 points, and secured a race victory in the WSK Euro Series at Sarno. Throughout his karting tenure from 2015 to 2020, key titles included the 2019 British X30 Junior Championship and the 2019 Kartmasters British Grand Prix, honing his skills and providing a strong foundation for transitioning to single-seaters in 2021.

Major championships

Oliver Gray achieved significant success in karting's junior categories, particularly in the X30 Junior class, which utilizes 125cc water-cooled IAME X30 two-stroke engines restricted to approximately 25 horsepower for drivers aged 12-15. His standout performance came in 2019, where he secured multiple national and international accolades, establishing himself as one of Britain's top young karters. In the 2019 British Kart Championships X30 Junior category, Gray competed for Dan Holland Racing aboard an Kart chassis equipped with an IAME engine and Komet tires. The season consisted of six rounds across various UK circuits, including PF International, , and culminating at Whilton Mill. Gray demonstrated consistency throughout, amassing 621 points to claim the championship title. He recorded multiple heat wins and podiums, with his championship secured by a dominant victory in the final race at Whilton Mill, where he edged out rivals in a close duel to finish ahead of Caden McQueen, who placed second overall. This triumph marked him as the national champion, highlighting his ability to perform under pressure in a highly competitive field of nearly 50 drivers per round. Beyond the British title, Gray excelled in international events that year. He finished second in the IAME X30 Euro Series Junior category, competing across five rounds in , including standout performances such as a prefinal and final win at the Wackersdorf round in , where he overtook Joseph Taylor with two laps remaining to take the lead before securing victory after a collision between the leaders on the final lap, briefly leading the standings with 221 points at that stage. Additionally, Gray won the 2019 Kartmasters in X30 Junior, further solidifying his reputation on home soil. These results in the X30 Junior class paved the way for his transition to single-seater racing in the 2021 British Championship.

Racing record

Single-seater summary

Oliver Gray competed in multiple series between 2021 and 2022, accumulating a total of four wins, 19 finishes, and three pole positions across 69 races. In the British F4 Championship, he secured all four victories—two in his rookie 2021 season with Fortec Motorsport and two more in 2022 with Carlin—while achieving 18 podiums and three poles, finishing seventh overall in 2021 and runner-up in 2022. His partial campaigns in the (2021 with BVM Racing) and (2022 with Hitech GP, limited to the first two rounds) yielded no additional wins but included one podium in the UAE series, where he placed 15th overall with 41 points. Gray progressed to the in 2023 with Rodin Carlin, but endured a challenging season, finishing 28th in the Drivers' Standings with zero points across 19 races. He had several retirements and no podiums or points-scoring finishes, underscoring the steep competition in F3, where he struggled with consistency despite strong pre-season testing. His single-seater career trajectory reflected rapid advancement from karting dominance to F4 contention, highlighted by his 2022 British F4 title challenge and subsequent promotion to F3 as a member, which provided technical and financial support during his debut year.

Complete Formula 4 British Championship results

Oliver Gray competed in the British Championship in 2021 with Fortec Motorsport, finishing 7th in the drivers' standings with 173 points from two wins and two podiums. In 2022, he raced with Carlin and finished as vice-champion with 343 points from two wins and 16 podiums.

2021 Season (Fortec Motorsport)

RoundCircuitRace 1Race 2Race 3Points
1Thruxton6Ret320
2Snetterton45Ret12
3Ret4221
4Oulton Park56721
547525
684613
7Thruxton25145
8102418
97Ret86
10Snetterton910Ret0

2022 Season (Carlin)

RoundCircuitRace 1Race 2Race 3Points
121340
213240
3Thruxton42135
4Snetterton35225
521435
6Oulton Park43Ret30
722335
831240
954125
10Snetterton62Ret21
Note: Positions include awarded results from post-race penalties where applicable; Ret indicates retirement. Points are cumulative per round based on championship scoring.

Complete Italian F4 Championship results

Oliver Gray competed in the in 2021 with BVM Racing, taking part in the final two rounds at and Autodromo Nazionale di . Despite showing promise in his debut European single-seater campaign outside of British F4, he did not score any points across the six races and finished 37th in the overall drivers' standings. His best finishes came at , where he placed 12th in race 1 and race 3. In race 2 at the same circuit, Gray finished 21st after starting from a lower grid position. At , he finished outside the points in all three races without incident.

2021 Italian F4 Championship results

RoundCircuitRace 1Race 2Race 3Points
61517160
71221120
Overall: 37th, 0 points

Complete Formula 4 UAE Championship results

Oliver Gray made his debut in the during the 2022 season, joining the Hitech GP team for the opening two rounds at and . The series marked the introduction of the chassis, powered by an engine and shod in Hankook tires, providing Gray with experience in the latest generation of machinery ahead of his primary commitments in the British F4 series. Across the eight races he contested, Gray recorded five points finishes, including one , to tally 41 points and secure 15th place in the final drivers' standings. His standout result came in the penultimate race of his participation, where he claimed , demonstrating strong pace in the competitive field led by . In round 1 at Yas Marina, Gray's efforts included an 11th-place finish in , contributing to his early points accumulation.
YearTeamChassisEngineTiresRacesWinsPodiumsPointsPos.
2022Hitech GPTatuus F4-T421AbarthHankook8/20014115th

Complete FIA Formula 3 Championship results

Oliver Gray competed in the 2023 FIA Formula 3 Championship season with the Rodin Carlin team as part of the Williams Racing Driver Academy-backed effort. He participated in all 10 rounds, contested 19 races, but accumulated zero championship points, finishing 28th overall.
YearTeam1
Bahrain		2
Melbourne		3
Imola		4
Monaco		5
Barcelona		6
Red Bull Ring		7
Silverstone		8
Hungaroring		9
Spa		10
Monza		Points
Q S FQ S FQ S FQ S FQ S FQ S FQ S FQ S FQ S FQ S F
2023Rodin Carlin21 21 1821 20 1422 22 2022 22 1923 15 1820 Ret 1425 25 2030 14 2725 20 Ret25 Ret 160

Complete European Le Mans Series results

Oliver Gray competed in the LMP2 class of the in 2024 with , driving the #34 -Gibson, where he achieved one podium finish at the 4 Hours of in .
YearTeamCarClassBARLECIMOSPAMUGPOR
2024LMP27Ret6435
In 2025, Gray joined VDS Panis Racing in the #48 -Gibson, securing three victories at , Spa-Francorchamps, and , along with a second-place at , culminating in the LMP2 Drivers' Championship title with teammates and Charles Milesi.
YearTeamCarClassBARLECIMOSPASILPOR
2025VDS Panis RacingOreca 07LMP2261181

Complete Porsche Carrera Cup Italy results

Oliver Gray made his debut in GT sprint racing with the 2024 Porsche Carrera Cup Italia, competing for Dinamic Motorsport (later Ombra Racing) in the Cup (992). Joining the series from the second round, the British rookie quickly adapted to the demands of the rear-engine GT car, transitioning from his single-seater background in Formula 3 by focusing on tire management and close-quarters wheel-to-wheel combat typical of one-make series. His performances improved throughout the season, culminating in two career-best fourth-place finishes and a total of 65 points, securing 14th in the overall drivers' standings and third in the rookie classification.
RoundCircuitDateRace 1 PositionRace 2 PositionPoints
1Misano World Circuit3–5 MayDNPDNP0
231 May–2 Jun8th7th18
312–14 Jul12th10th12
46–8 SepRet4th15
5Vallelunga20–22 Sep11th9th14
64–6 Oct4th6th22
Key: DNP = Did not participate. Overall season: 10 starts, 0 wins, 0 podiums, 65 points, 14th place.

Complete 24 Hours of Le Mans results

In 2025, Oliver Gray debuted at the , competing in the LMP2 class for VDS Panis Racing in the #48 07-Gibson, alongside co-drivers and Franck Perera. The trio delivered a competitive performance, engaging in a prolonged battle with the #43 for the class lead, briefly taking the top spot late in the race after their rivals incurred a penalty. Gray's stints highlighted his debut prowess, completing 123 laps with a fastest time of 3:37.373, emphasizing consistency and speed under pressure. Masson managed the bulk of the driving across 158 laps, while Perera supported the team's strategic execution during night and day phases. A critical incident unfolded in the closing 20 minutes when a front-right suspension failure—likely a link—struck during Masson's final stint, severely impairing braking and overall pace, turning a potential into a hard-fought runner-up result. Despite the setback, the #48 finished second in LMP2 after 367 laps, placing 19th overall and trailing the class winners by 1 minute and 55 seconds. This podium marked a standout effort in VDS Panis Racing's title-winning 2025 campaign.
YearTeamCo-DriversChassisEngineClassOverall PositionLMP2 Position
2025VDS Panis Racing
Franck Perera		GibsonLMP219th2nd

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