Greatest successes
2022
Swiss vice-champion
Three Nations Class 10 runner-up
2023
Swiss and three-nation champion class 10
2024
Swiss and Three Nations Champion class 10
Profile
Area
Jura bernois/Grand Chasseral
date of birth
01.07.1995
Country
Suisse
Language
Français, Allemand
Formation
CFC agricultural mechanic Workshop manager at Marti Arc Jura S.A.
Hobbies
Mechanics, motorcycles, skiing and family time
Category
Buggy Peters class 10
Association
Member of the elite sports club Sport Grand Chasseral
Club
Autocross Petit-Val and Autocross Jurassien
My career path
I grew up and went to school in Tavannes in the French-speaking part of Bern.
Throughout my childhood, I had a passion for motor sports. My father Charles passed on his passion for mechanics to me from an early age. At the age of 4, he made me a little buggy, which I used to drive when I accompanied him on his races.
My dad also passed on the motorcycle bug to me. I quickly got into the sport and reached the highest level in the mini 85 class, where I finished Swiss champion in 2010.
In 2010, I became Swiss champion in the 85 class. I wanted to continue my motorcycle career, but in 2019 I suffered a serious motorcycle accident that put me in hospital for several days, forcing me to give up racing on medical orders.
Passionate about mechanics, I undertook an apprenticeship as an agricultural machinery mechanic with Kocher S.A. in Corgémont. I was lucky enough to take part in the 2016 Swisskills in Berne.
never give up
As a pilot, I learned the values of hard work, winning and resilience through my career.
Following my accident and after many months of rehabilitation, I have regained full use of my leg. In 2019, I decided to redirect my goals. With my dad’s expertise, I built my first buggy.
In my first season, I managed to climb to the top of the podium and become vice-champion of the three nations. (Italy, Germany, Switzerland).
These experiences enabled me to make rapid progress and improve my vehicle a little more each time.
In 2023, I travelled to the autocross mania, where the sport is considered a religion. I decided to quickly rebuild a new vehicle to meet the strict standards of the FIA. Building on the experience of my first rebuilt vehicle, I developed a new car with a Peters chassis that I picked up directly from the manufacturer in Holland.
Motivated to develop and improve driving and mechanics in this sport is an exciting adventure in which I continue to learn.
A speedy ascent
Between 2022 and 2024, I made a rapid ascent to the top 3 for my first participation.
These successes motivated me to aim for more ambitious goals in the future, by competing against the best European riders and taking part in two rounds of the European Championships in St-George and Maggiora in 2024.
I came 21st in St-George and an encouraging 7th with engine problems for this second participation.
My dream is to take part in the whole championship and finish in the top three. I’m fully committed to reaching this new milestone in 2025 and aiming for a European top 10, to make the Grand Chasseral region and Switzerland shine at European level.
How and where do you train?
I regularly travel to neighbouring France and to races that are scheduled. As far as physical preparation is concerned, I make sure I stay in shape by doing a lot of kilometers on my bike and by being involved in mechanics.
What are your training weeks like?
Training takes a back seat at the moment, because at my level, I’m obliged to put in a lot of hours to optimize the vehicle and make it competent in order to achieve the best possible results.
What’s the difference between motorsport and motorcycling?
Preparation and mechanics take much longer. On a motorcycle, the physical demands are much greater..
At full speed to reach my goals
The European Championship is an important objective To reach this milestone and reach the highest level of motor sport, it is essential to have a team.
To support me in this adventure :
Alice >
My wife, who supports me and accompanies me on every race
Charles >
My father, an infallible pillar
Brigitte >
My mother, who regularly takes care of the housekeeping
Alain >
My trusted partner and mechanic
Pierre-Louis >
Always ready to lend a hand
Julien >
In charge of electricity and programming
Maxime >
Who looks after the administration and the association
Thierry >
Regular support during races
I’d also like to thank all my family, friends and acquaintances who come to encourage me and regularly give me their help, support and advice.
Although the investment required to practice elite sport is considerable, it’s more than made up for by the incredible emotions and unforgettable adventures I’m lucky enough to experience along the way. Every mechanical and technical improvement brings me closer to the European summit.