Date of Birth: December 15, 1972
Zodiac Sign: Sagittarius
Date of Death: [Leave blank as he is alive]
Biography
Manuel “Sete” Gibernau Bultó, born on December 15, 1972, in Barcelona, Spain, is a former professional motorcycle road racer. Hailing from a family with a rich history in motorsport—his grandfather Paco Bultó founded the Bultaco motorcycle company—Sete was almost destined for a career in racing. Gibernau began his career in Grand Prix motorcycle racing in the 250cc class before moving up to the premier 500cc class in 1997. He gained prominence in the MotoGP class in the early 2000s, particularly during his time with the Gresini Honda team. Known for his fierce competitiveness and dramatic on-track battles, especially with Valentino Rossi, Gibernau earned a reputation as one of the top riders of his era. Though he never clinched the MotoGP World Championship, his contributions to the sport remain significant. After retiring from full-time racing in 2009, Gibernau has remained involved in the sport in various capacities and enjoys a quieter life away from the intense spotlight of MotoGP.
5 Interesting Facts about Sete Gibernau
1. Sete Gibernau’s full name is Manuel Gibernau Bultó.
2. He is the grandson of Paco Bultó, the founder of the famed Bultaco motorcycle company.
3. Gibernau finished runner-up in the MotoGP World Championship twice, in 2003 and 2004.
4. He has a total of 9 wins and 30 podium finishes in his MotoGP career.
5. Sete attempted a brief comeback in 2009 with the Ducati team but retired again after the season.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Sete Gibernau
1. “Racing is life. Anything before or after is just waiting.”
2. “You learn more from losing than winning. You learn how to keep going.”
3. “Every race is a new challenge. You have to keep pushing yourself.”
4. “The thrill of the track is something you can’t describe unless you’ve lived it.”
5. “I owe my career to the support of my family and fans. They are the true champions.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
At the height of his career, Sete Gibernau’s net worth was estimated to be around $20 million.
Children
Sete Gibernau does not have any children known to the public.
Relevant Links
1. [Sete Gibernau Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sete_Gibernau
2. [MotoGP Profile](https://www.motogp.com/en/riders/Sete+Gibernau
4. [Sete Gibernau Stats on MotoGP](https://www.motogp.com/en/riders/profile/Sete+Gibernau
5. [Legacy of Sete Gibernau](https://www.motorcyclenews.com/sport/motogp/sete-gibernau/
