What is Jules Bianchi's Net Worth?
Jules Bianchi, a renowned French racing driver, had an estimated net worth of $10 million at the time of his death. Bianchi tragically passed away on July 17, 2015, succumbing to injuries he sustained in a severe crash during the Japanese Grand Prix in October 2014.
Early Life and Family Background
Born in Nice, France, in August 1989, Jules came from a prestigious racing family. His grandfather, Mauro Bianchi, was a three-time GT World Champion, and his grand-uncle, Lucien Bianchi, won the 24 Hours of Le Mans in 1968.
Racing Career
Jules Bianchi began his career in karting and quickly moved up through the ranks. He achieved notable success early on:
- 2007: Winner of the French Formula Renault 2.0
- 2008: Winner of the Masters of Formula 3
- 2009: Champion of the Formula 3 Euro Series
He competed in various racing series, including Eurocup Formula Renault 2.0, French Formula Renault 2.0, Formula 3 Euro Series, British Formula Three, Formula Renault 3.5 Series, GP2 Asia Series, and GP2 Series.
Formula One Debut
In 2011, Bianchi became a test driver for Ferrari, later moving to Force India in 2012. Jules made his Formula One debut with the Marussia team in 2013:
- 2013: Finished 15th in his first race at the Australian Grand Prix
- 2014: Scored his and his team's first points at the Monaco Grand Prix with a 9th-place finish
The Tragic Accident
During the Japanese Grand Prix at Suzuka Circuit in October 2014, Bianchi suffered severe head injuries in a crash. He underwent emergency surgery and was placed in an induced coma, remaining comatose until his passing in July 2015. Jules Bianchi became the first Formula One driver since Ayrton Senna in 1994 to die from injuries sustained during a Grand Prix.
Bianchi left an indelible mark on the racing world, remembered for his skill, determination, and promising career that was tragically cut short.
