Date of Birth: March 27, 1971
Zodiac Sign: Aries
Biography
David Coulthard, born on March 27, 1971, in Twynholm, Scotland, is a retired British Formula One racing driver and current commentator, presenter, and journalist. Coulthard began his career in karting and worked his way up through the lower ranks of motorsport before making his Formula One debut in 1994 with the Williams team. Over his career, he raced for Williams, McLaren, and Red Bull Racing, amassing 13 Grand Prix victories and 62 podium finishes. Known for his consistency and technical acumen, Coulthard was a key player in the development of Red Bull Racing into a competitive force in Formula One. After retiring from competitive racing in 2008, he transitioned into media work, including commentary roles for the BBC and Channel 4. Coulthard is also involved in various business ventures and motorsport-related activities.
5 Interesting Facts about David Coulthard
1. David Coulthard is often referred to by his nickname, “DC.”
2. He won his first Grand Prix in Portugal in 1995.
3. Coulthard was awarded the MBE (Member of the Order of the British Empire) in 2010 for his services to motorsport.
4. He was one of the founding members of the British Racing Drivers’ Club’s “Superstars” program, designed to support young British racing talent.
5. In addition to his racing career, Coulthard has been involved in various business ventures, including co-owning a hotel in Monaco.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from David Coulthard
1. “Winning isn’t everything, but wanting to win is.”
2. “The best drivers don’t dwell on their mistakes; they learn from them and move on.”
3. “It’s always been my philosophy to be as professional as possible when racing.”
4. “In Formula One, you have to be ready for anything because the unexpected often happens.”
5. “Success in racing comes down to preparation, hard work, and a bit of luck.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
David Coulthard’s highest net worth is estimated to be around $80 million.
Children
David Coulthard has one child, a son named Dayton Coulthard, born in 2008 with his wife, Karen Minier, a Belgian TV presenter.
Relevant Links
1. [David Coulthard – Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/David_Coulthard
3. [David Coulthard – IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0183384/
4. [David Coulthard – Official Website](http://www.davidcoulthard.co.uk/
