Marcos Ambrose: Australian Racing Prodigy
Marcos Ambrose, an esteemed Australian racing driver, boasts a net worth of $20 million. Known for his remarkable achievements in the V8 Supercars and NASCAR history, Ambrose's racing career began at a young age.
Early Beginnings
Ambrose commenced his racing journey at the age of ten, securing four Tasmanian state junior karting titles. In 1998, he moved to Europe to participate in Formula Ford and clinched the Formula Ford championship the following year. Despite his success, a lack of budget forced him to return to Australia in 2001.
Rising Through the Ranks
Upon returning, Ambrose signed with Stone Brothers Racing and achieved significant success, including winning two championships. He was awarded Rookie of the Year and The Barry Sheene Medal in 2003 and 2004.
NASCAR Pursuits
In 2006, Ambrose moved to the US, aiming to establish a career in NASCAR. Signing a deal with Ford Motor Company and Wood Brothers/JTG Racing, he made history as the first non-American driver to secure a top-five finish in the NASCAR Camping World Truck Series. He also became the first Australian to lead in a camping truck series by taking the pole position.
Further Achievements
Ambrose continued to impress in the NASCAR Nationwide Series, eventually joining Richard Petty Motorsports in 2011. Here, he achieved his first NASCAR Sprint Cup Series win at Watkins Glen International. In 2012, he founded Marcos Ambrose Motorsports, further cementing his legacy in the racing world.
