James Birch (racing driver)

James Birch (born 24 November 1989, in London) is a British professional race driver.

Birch is a silver-rated handicap driver, winning championships across the motorsport ladder, from Karting, to Single Seaters and GT racing[1] Birch has one World title, one European title and three British championships to his name, over an 18-year career to date.

He is also currently 20th in the all-time record for British drivers for Pole Positions over their career.

[2] Birch studied at Durham University where, in addition to his driving activities, he captained the Hatfield College football team.

[3] He was an 'Elite Athlete Scholar' during his time as a student; and continues to be an ambassador for the GLL Sports Foundation.