Death of Luca Persiani (1984-2024)

Luca Persiani, 40, died on August 20 when the Jeep 4×4 he was driving fell into a ravine near Frattura, Italy. revealed the transalpine media Il Messaggero. His vehicle fell several hundred meters into a ravine after being trapped by bad weather conditions. The native of Albano Laziale (Italy) began his racing career in Eurocup Formula Renault 2.0 and International Formula Master.

He then drove in GT and notably in European Le Mans Series, championship in which he won a victory in Red Bull Ring in 2014 with Kirill Ladygin and Aleksey Basov on a Ferrari 458 Italia GT3 from SMP Racing in the GTC category. Having become a coach at Dream Racing in Las Vegas, he notably worked with Prema, Iron Lynx and Ferrari and was also involved in Lamborghini Super Trofeo North America. Numerous messages have paid tribute to his memory on social networks in recent hours, from Romain Grosjean to Nicolas Jamin via Dorian Pin.

RIP Luca
We will miss your happiness and smile
All my condolences

- Romain Grosjean (@RGrosjean) August 20, 2024

AUTOhebdo sends its most sincere condolences to the entire family and loved ones of Luca Persiani.