Jonny Edgar
Jonny Edgar (born 13 February 2004) is a British professional racing driver from Whitehaven, Cumbria, who competed in the 2025 FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) with TF Sport in the LMGT3 class and in the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship with AO Racing in the LMP2 category.[1][2][3] As a fourth-generation racer in a family with deep roots in motorsport dating back to 1960, when his great-grandfather Iredale Edgar acquired the family's first kart, Edgar has risen through the ranks from karting dominance to international single-seater and endurance racing success.[4][5] Edgar began karting at age three and entered competitive racing at five, securing his first win in a Bambino event at PF International in April 2009.[6] He amassed numerous titles in his youth, including three British Open Championships in the cadet class, the 2015 Little Green Man Championship, runner-up finishes in the British Championships in 2015 and 2016, and the 2017 European OK-Junior Championship.[6] At age eight, he completed 225 laps of Rowrah Kart Circuit to raise £15,000 for local hospitals, highlighting his early commitment to the sport.[1] Edgar's karting prowess earned him a spot in the Red Bull Junior Team in 2017, marking his transition to single-seaters.[6] Transitioning to car racing, Edgar won the 2020 ADAC Formula 4 Championship with Van Amersfoort Racing, clinching the title in his debut season with multiple victories, including a standout performance at the Nürburgring.[5] He progressed to the FIA Formula 3 Championship in 2021 with Carlin, where he achieved podiums and was recognized as a BRDC SuperStar, before returning for a partial 2022 season with Trident, affected by a Crohn's disease diagnosis, and completing a third season with MP Motorsport in 2023, securing a podium at Monza.[7][8] After the 2023 F3 season, Edgar shifted focus to sportscars, debuting in the British GT Championship before joining Sean Creech Motorsport for the 2024 IMSA SportsCar Championship in the LMP2 class, scoring points in endurance events including the Rolex 24 at Daytona.[9][10] In 2024, Edgar won the LMP2 class in the European Le Mans Series with AO by TF.[11] He expanded his endurance portfolio in 2025, racing with AO Racing in IMSA LMP2, where he contributed to a sixth-place finish at the Petit Le Mans that secured the team's LMP2 Teams' and Drivers' Championships alongside PJ Hyett and Dane Cameron.[3] Concurrently, in the 2025 WEC season with TF Sport's #33 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 GT3.R, he teamed with Ben Keating and Daniel Juncadella to achieve consistent results, including a sixth-place finish at the Bahrain International Circuit finale on 9 November 2025 after starting 11th.[2][12] These accomplishments underscore Edgar's versatility and rising prominence in global motorsport at age 21.[1]Early life and background
Early life
Jonny Edgar was born on 13 February 2004 in Whitehaven, Cumbria, England.[9] Raised in the rural landscapes of Cumbria, Edgar grew up immersed in a motorsport-oriented environment, as the fourth generation of his family to engage in competitive racing.[4][13] His family's involvement in the sport dates back to 1960, when his great-grandfather Iredale Edgar purchased his first kart and helped establish the West Cumberland Kart Club, laying the foundation for a legacy that spanned multiple relatives across karting and beyond.[4] Edgar's initial fascination with racing stemmed directly from these familial traditions, with early memories centered on attending racetracks as a young child and observing competitions that his relatives participated in.[7] This heritage not only surrounded him with the sounds and sights of motorsport from an early age but also instilled a deep-seated passion for the discipline, shaping his worldview in a household where racing was a central pillar.[4]Family and influences
Jonny Edgar hails from a storied family deeply embedded in British motorsport, spanning four generations since the sport's early days. His great-grandfather, Iredale Edgar, purchased the family's first kart in 1960 and founded the West Cumberland Kart Club, securing and developing the Rowrah Kart Circuit in Cumbria for £4,000 after acquiring the land for £300, which provided generations of Edgars with unparalleled access to a private track for training and practice. This foundational involvement ensured that family members, including Jonny, had early and consistent exposure to karting facilities and equipment without the barriers typical for newcomers.[4] Edgar's grandparents further exemplified the family's racing prowess; his grandfather, Terry Edgar, was a karting champion who competed for the elite British team in two world championships, notably defeating future Formula 1 stars like Keke Rosberg, Alain Prost, and Nigel Mansell in races, including a win in the 1977 Little Green Championships. His grandmother, Winnie Edgar, also achieved karting championship success, reinforcing the legacy across both sides of the family. Edgar's father, Justin Edgar, represents the third generation of racers, transitioning from motorcycling to karting at age 18 and securing four S1 National titles along with four 0 Plate titles, including a runner-up finish in his debut full season in 1994.[4][7][5] Uncles Jason Edgar and Robert Jenkinson extended this tradition, with Jason winning the 1997 S1 National title after starting in motocross and amassing two S1 titles and three 0 Plate victories, while Robert claimed consecutive S1 titles in 1995-1996 and dominated Formula A in 1998 by winning the S1, 0 Plate, and TV Kartmasters events. In total, at least 13 family members have competed in motorsport, creating an environment where racing was a constant presence from Edgar's earliest years. His uncle Robert's participation also indirectly facilitated family connections, as it was through racing that Justin met Jonny's mother.[4][7][9] A key personal influence was Edgar's cousin, Jessica Edgar, who, as the tenth family member to pursue competitive karting, grew up racing alongside him from a young age, fostering mutual inspiration in their shared passion for the sport. Jessica's progression from karting—where she earned the Rowrah Club Championship in 2017 and multiple Super One victories—to single-seaters like GB4 in 2022 and F1 Academy with Rodin Motorsport in 2023 and 2024, and in 2025 competing in the British Kart Championship and Super 4 in KZ2 as well as a Formula E women's test with DS PENSKE, highlighted the family's ongoing commitment and motivated Edgar during his formative years. The collective family support, including Justin's near-constant presence at races and Terry's attendance at key events, not only supplied logistical advantages like track access but also instilled a competitive mindset that propelled Edgar into professional racing.[14][15][16][17]Karting career
Early karting
Jonny Edgar began karting at the age of three and made his competitive debut in April 2009 at age five, winning a Bambino event at PF International.[6] He continued in the Bambino class through 2009 and 2010, establishing a strong local reputation with multiple wins in regional events. In January 2011, Edgar transitioned to a 60cc cadet kart but, being too young for official competitions, participated in two non-championship events to gain experience.[4] Edgar's formal competitive karting in cadet categories began in 2012 at the age of eight, debuting in local UK events within the Comer Cadet category.[18] His first race took place on 19 February 2012 at the Rowrah circuit, a venue tied to his family's karting heritage in Cumbria.[19] Affiliated with the Cumbria Kart Racing Club (CKRC), Edgar's early training regimen centered on regular practice sessions at Rowrah, supported by his family's multi-generational involvement in the sport.[6] In his debut season, he achieved strong club-level results, including the CKRC Comer Cadet Club Championship, CKRC Champion of Champions, and CKRC Comer Cadet Open Club Championship titles.[18] Nationally, he finished 20th overall in the Super One Comer Championship, marking his initial foray into domestic competition.[18] He also placed 14th at the 2012 Kartmasters British GP in Comer Cadet. In 2013, Edgar progressed through junior cadet categories, competing in both Comer Cadet and IAME Cadet classes under CKRC.[18] He secured the CKRC IAME Cadet Open Club Championship and became the youngest-ever winner of the ABkC Comer Cadet British Open Championship.[18] His national performances included 4th place overall in the Super One Comer Championship and 6th in the Super One IAME Championship, earning him CKRC's Best Performance award, recognition as the Highest Placed National Junior Driver, and the Cumbria County Sports Personality Rising Star award.[18] By 2014, at age ten, Edgar focused on the IAME Cadet category with CKRC, continuing his development through intensive local racing and training.[18] He won the ABkC IAME Cadet British Open Championship and finished 3rd overall in the Super One IAME Championship.[18] Other highlights included victory at IAME Little Green Man Round 2 and 5th place in the Tag Cadet class at the Las Vegas Supernational XVIII.[18] These results again brought CKRC Best Performance and Highest Placed National Junior Driver honors.[18]Major championships and achievements
Edgar's breakthrough in international karting came in 2015 when, at the age of 11, he secured victory in the TaG Cadet category at the SKUSA SuperNationals XIX in Las Vegas, clinching the win with a dramatic last-lap pass.[20] This triumph, driving for Team Benik Kart, marked his first major international success and highlighted his potential on the global stage.[21] By 2017, Edgar had advanced to the OK-Junior class and dominated the CIK-FIA Karting European Championship, winning the title with consistent performances across five rounds, including a standout victory from 16th on the grid at the second event in Oviedo, Spain.[22] His championship haul totaled 113 points, securing the crown ahead of Harry Thompson by 14 points.[23] That same year, Edgar participated in the CIK-FIA Karting World Championship in the OK-Junior category at PF International in England, finishing 34th overall while gaining valuable experience against 64 competitors.[24] These achievements in FIA-sanctioned events, including multiple podiums in the European series, propelled Edgar into the spotlight, leading to his selection for the Red Bull Junior Team in September 2017 alongside drivers like Dennis Hauger and Jack Doohan.[25] Over his karting career from 2012 to 2018, Edgar amassed 54 wins and 125 podiums across 309 races, with several titles in European and international competitions underscoring his transition to junior single-seaters.[24]Single-seater career
Formula 4 seasons
Jonny Edgar made his single-seater racing debut in 2019 with the Italian Formula 4 Championship, competing for Jenzer Motorsport as a member of the Red Bull Junior Team.[26] He contested all 21 races, securing two podium finishes and two pole positions en route to 10th in the drivers' standings with 97 points.[24] That year, Edgar also made guest appearances in three rounds of the Spanish F4 Championship with the same team, achieving three podiums—including two runner-up finishes at Paul Ricard—and one pole position, which placed him 13th overall with 39 points.[24][27] In 2020, Edgar switched to Van Amersfoort Racing for a dual campaign in the ADAC Formula 4 Championship and the Italian Formula 4 Championship, both supported by his Red Bull Junior Team affiliation.[28] The COVID-19 pandemic significantly disrupted the schedules, reducing the ADAC F4 calendar to seven triple-header weekends across 21 races, while the Italian series adapted with a condensed format amid travel and health restrictions. Despite these challenges, Edgar dominated the ADAC F4, clinching the title with 300 points from six victories, 11 podiums, five poles, and six fastest laps—edging out teammate Jak Crawford by just two points in a dramatic finale at Oschersleben.[24][29] Edgar's Italian F4 season was equally competitive, where he finished fourth overall with 169 points from 13 races, including two wins—one in a rain-affected race three at Vallelunga and another at Monza—and six podiums.[24][30] Notable performances included a podium at Hockenheim in the ADAC series, where he secured pole and a win in race one, and consistent top-five results that underscored his adaptability across the two championships. These achievements marked Edgar's successful transition from karting, establishing him as a top prospect in Formula 4.[31]FIA Formula 3 Championship
Jonny Edgar entered the FIA Formula 3 Championship in 2021 as a Red Bull Junior Team driver, having earned his seat through his 2020 ADAC Formula 4 title win.[32] He competed with Carlin Buzz Racing across the full 21-round season, achieving five top-10 finishes and securing 23 points to end 18th in the drivers' standings.[33] His standout result was a fifth-place finish in the Barcelona sprint race, where he started from reverse-grid pole after qualifying 12th overall.[34] For 2022, Edgar switched to Trident, the defending teams' champions, aiming to build on his rookie experience.[33] However, his season was disrupted early by a diagnosis of Crohn's disease, forcing him to miss several rounds after the opening Bahrain event; he returned at Silverstone, where he scored points with an eighth-place finish in the feature race.[35] Edgar demonstrated resilience with multiple top-10 results, including fourth in the Spa-Francorchamps sprint race and fifth in the feature, ultimately finishing 12th overall with 46 points from 12 starts.[36] The illness significantly impacted his physical conditioning, leading to a 17-kilogram weight loss and requiring intensive recovery efforts.[37] In 2023, Edgar joined MP Motorsport for his third F3 campaign, focusing on consistency amid ongoing health management.[38] Despite a challenging year with the team, he achieved his breakthrough with a maiden victory in the Monza feature race, holding off Prema Racing's Zak O'Sullivan after four safety car periods to claim first podium and win in the series.[39] This result contributed to his 13th-place finish in the standings with 55 points.[40] Over his three seasons in FIA Formula 3, Edgar participated in 53 races, securing one victory (his only podium) while navigating team transitions and health setbacks that tested his endurance in the demanding Formula 1 feeder series.[24][39]Formula One involvement
Jonny Edgar joined the Red Bull Junior Team at the end of 2017, following his victory in the CIK-FIA Karting European Championship OK-Junior category.[16] As part of the program, which aims to develop young drivers for potential Formula One careers, Edgar received support including access to Red Bull's facilities and coaching.[41] He progressed through the team's single-seater ladder, competing in Formula 4 and Formula 3 while benefiting from the structured development pathway linked to Red Bull Racing and its sister team, Visa Cash App RB.[42] During his tenure, Edgar participated in simulator sessions at Red Bull's Milton Keynes headquarters, utilizing the Formula One team's advanced facilities to hone his skills and prepare for races.[43] These sessions, overseen by experienced engineers including former Sebastian Vettel team members, focused on data analysis, setup optimization, and performance improvement, providing direct exposure to Formula One-level technology and feedback.[44] The program emphasized rapid progression, with Edgar's opportunities tied to his results in junior categories, though his Formula 3 campaigns were impacted by a 2022 diagnosis of Crohn's disease that caused him to miss several rounds.[45] Edgar was part of the Red Bull Junior Team from late 2017 until his release in January 2023, as part of the program's annual roster evaluation.[46] His exit was attributed to inconsistent Formula 3 results—finishing 18th in 2021, 12th in 2022, and 13th in 2023—coupled with the team's restructuring to prioritize higher-performing prospects amid limited Formula One seats.[47][40] Following his departure, Edgar shifted focus away from the Formula One pathway toward sportscar racing.Formula E testing
In April 2023, Jonny Edgar participated in the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship's rookie test with Envision Racing at Berlin's Tempelhof Airport circuit.[48] This marked his debut in an electric single-seater, driving the Gen3 car during the session held on April 24 as part of Season 9.[49] Edgar completed a limited number of laps due to technical issues and other factors but described the experience positively, noting that the car felt "really interesting and something very different" compared to the internal combustion engine vehicles he was accustomed to in Formula 3.[50] The following year, in May 2024, Edgar returned for another test session, this time with DS Penske at the same Berlin venue during the Season 10 rookie test on May 13.[51] Paired with Ferrari reserve driver Robert Shwartzman, he focused on adapting to the Gen3 car's characteristics, including its all-wheel-drive system and energy management demands, building on his prior exposure to electric racing.[52] Edgar expressed gratitude for the opportunity, stating he was "looking forward to getting back into the single-seater car again" after his Formula 3 commitments.[52] These test outings represented Edgar's exploratory foray into Formula E without any progression to a full-season race seat, serving as valuable diversification amid his transition from Formula 3 to sportscar racing.[51] The sessions highlighted key contrasts in electric racing, such as regenerative braking and power deployment strategies, which Edgar found distinct from traditional formulae.[50]Sportscar career
Entry into sportscars
Following a challenging but ultimately rewarding 2023 FIA Formula 3 season, where he secured his maiden victory at Monza, Jonny Edgar pivoted to sportscar racing to explore new challenges and gain endurance experience beyond open-wheel competition.[53][54] Edgar made his sportscar debut in the British GT Championship's season finale at Donington Park on October 21-22, 2023, partnering Miguel Ramos in the Garage 59 team's McLaren 720S GT3.[54][55] In the sprint race, the pair qualified sixth overall before finishing 13th after a track limits penalty dropped them from an initial 10th place.[10][56] Edgar described the opportunity as an exciting departure from single-seaters, emphasizing the appeal of adapting to GT machinery's handling and race format.[54] The transition presented notable adaptation hurdles, including managing tyre degradation in dry conditions and navigating traffic from slower GT4 cars during the race.[10] Edgar noted strong pace in wet qualifying but struggled with cold slick tyres, highlighting the learning curve in GT racing's technical demands compared to the precision-focused open-wheel cars he knew from Formula 4 and F3.[10] Despite these challenges, he viewed the outing positively as a foundation for future endurance efforts.[10]2024 European Le Mans Series
In 2024, Jonny Edgar competed in a full season of the European Le Mans Series (ELMS) in the LMP2 class, driving the #14 Oreca 07-Gibson for AO by TF Sport alongside co-drivers Louis Deletraz and Robert Kubica. The lineup combined Edgar's emerging endurance talent with the championship experience of Deletraz, a two-time ELMS LMP2 winner, and Kubica, the 2021 ELMS champion, enabling effective multi-driver strategies focused on consistent stint management and fuel efficiency in the four-hour races. This marked Edgar's transition from single-seaters to prototype endurance racing following a preparatory outing in British GT.[11][57] The team delivered a dominant campaign, clinching the LMP2 drivers' and teams' titles with 93 points from six rounds, including two victories, four podiums, and consistent top-five finishes that secured the championship in the season finale at Portimão. Edgar contributed significantly to the #14 car's success, starting with a top-10 debut at Barcelona-Catalunya before achieving a breakthrough podium at Le Castellet, where the team recovered from early race incidents—including a brief lead by Edgar—to finish third after strategic pit stops amid safety car periods. At Imola, they inherited the win post-race due to a penalty on the leader, marking Edgar's first ELMS podium.[58][59][60] The highlight came at Spa-Francorchamps, where Edgar set pole position with a lap time of 2:03.248, converting it into victory despite multiple safety car interventions and on-track incidents that tested the team's adaptability. Deletraz and Kubica handled subsequent stints to maintain the lead, showcasing the trio's synergy in the multi-driver format by minimizing errors and optimizing tire wear on the demanding circuit. A fifth-place finish at Mugello kept their title lead intact, before a runner-up result at Portimão—behind COOL Racing—sealed the championship with a buffer over Inter Europol Competition. The season's success highlighted Edgar's quick adaptation to endurance demands, with the team's strategy emphasizing balanced driver rotations to sustain pace across varying track conditions.[61][62][63]2025 multi-class campaigns
In 2025, Jonny Edgar expanded his sportscar commitments to a multi-class program across the FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) and the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship, building on his 2024 European Le Mans Series title as a launchpad for global racing. He joined TF Sport in the WEC's LMGT3 class, driving the #33 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 GT3.R alongside American Ben Keating and Spaniard Daniel Juncadella. The trio secured a class victory in the season-opening Qatar 1812 km race, marking Edgar's debut win in the series after a narrow battle in challenging night conditions.[64] Edgar's WEC campaign featured consistent results, including podium contention at several rounds and a 7th-place class finish at the 24 Hours of Le Mans, culminating in a 6th-place finish in the LMGT3 drivers' standings with 78 points as the season concluded at the Bahrain 8 Hours. The #33 car started from 11th on the grid for the finale but advanced to 6th in class during the race, demonstrating strong pace despite late-race incidents. This performance placed the entry 4th overall in the LMGT3 teams' classification.[65][66][67] Concurrently, Edgar competed in IMSA with AO Racing, handling endurance events in the LMP2 class aboard the #99 Oreca 07 Gibson, co-driving with PJ Hyett and Dane Cameron. The team clinched the LMP2 teams' championship, with Edgar contributing to multiple podiums across the Rolex 24 at Daytona, 12 Hours of Sebring, and Six Hours of Watkins Glen, plus a 6th at Petit Le Mans to seal the title. Additionally, he made a one-off GTD class appearance at the Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach in the #77 Porsche 911 GT3 R, partnering with Laurens Vanthoor to claim victory after qualifying on pole and leading key stints.[3][68][69] The dual-series schedule presented logistical demands, including extensive transatlantic and transpacific travel—spanning eight WEC rounds in Europe, the Middle East, and Asia alongside five IMSA endurance races in the United States—while adapting between the Corvette GT3 prototype in WEC and the Oreca LMP2 in IMSA. Edgar's versatility across GT and prototype machinery highlighted his growing adaptability in endurance racing. AO Racing confirmed his return for the full 2026 IMSA LMP2 program, signaling continued commitment to the series.[70][68] Overall, Edgar's 2025 efforts yielded two class wins (Qatar in WEC and Long Beach in IMSA GTD) and several podiums in LMP2, underscoring a breakthrough year in international multi-class competition with 12 starts across both championships.[71]Personal life
Edgar resides in Workington, Cumbria.[1] He has an older sister named Jo.[6] Edgar is the cousin of British racing driver Jessica Edgar, with whom he shares a family legacy in motorsport.[15] His hobbies include watching Formula 1, running, cycling, and mountain biking.[72] Edgar completed his GCSEs, achieving grades including A* in Mathematics, Chemistry, and Biology.[1] At the age of seven, he completed 225 laps of Rowrah Kart Circuit—equivalent to 144 miles—to raise £15,000 for West Cumberland Hospital in Whitehaven and Freeman Hospital in Newcastle, motivated by his cousin Jorge's treatment at these facilities.[1]Karting record
Karting career summary
Jonny Edgar's karting career, spanning 2012 to 2018, marked his progression from domestic cadet racing in the United Kingdom to competitive international junior and senior events, where he demonstrated consistent podium contention and championship-winning form.[24][6] The table below provides an overview of his major series participation, focusing on key categories, teams, final positions, and representative achievements in wins and podiums.| Year | Category | Team | Position | Wins/Podiums |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | IAME Cadet (Super One Series) | Fusion Motorsport | 3rd | Multiple podiums |
| 2015 | IAME Cadet (Super One Series) | Fusion Motorsport | 2nd | 3 wins, 8 podiums overall in cadet events; also 1st in LGM Series (IAME Cadet), SKUSA SuperNationals (TaG Cadet), and Florida Winter Tour (Mini ROK) |
| 2016 | Mini Max (Super 1 Series) | Coles Racing | 2nd | 2 wins, 5 podiums |
| 2017 | OK Junior (FIA Karting European Championship) | Forza Racing | 1st | 2 wins (3 on track), 4 podiums |
| 2017 | OK Junior (Swedish Championship) | Forza Racing | 1st | 3 wins, 5 podiums |
| 2018 | OK (WSK Super Master Series) | Forza Racing | 3rd | 1 win, 3 podiums |
| 2018 | Senior X30 (SKUSA SummerNationals) | Unspecified | 1st | 2 wins, 4 podiums |
CIK-FIA Karting European Championship results
Jonny Edgar competed in the 2017 CIK-FIA Karting European Championship in the OK-Junior category, representing Forza Racing with an Exprit chassis, TM engine, and Vega tires. At just 13 years old, he dominated the five-round series, securing the championship title with 113 points ahead of Harry Thompson (99 points) and Jack Doohan (71 points).[76][73] His campaign featured consistent podium finishes, including three final victories on track and strong qualifying and pre-final performances. Edgar's ability to recover from setbacks, such as a penalty in Round 2, underscored his maturity in his debut international season. No significant participations in the CIK-FIA European Championship were recorded for Edgar in other years, though he raced in support events at tracks like Genk in prior seasons.[73][77]| Round | Circuit (Date) | Qualifying | Pre-Final A/B | Final Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sarno, Italy (22-23 Apr) | - | - | 1st | [78][79] |
| 2 | Circuito Fernando Alonso, Oviedo, Spain (3-4 Jun) | - | - | 5th (1st on track, penalized for front fairing contact) | [80][73] |
| 3 | Le Mans, France (1-2 Jul) | 1st | - | 3rd | [81] |
| 4 | Alahärmä, Finland (22-23 Jul) | - | - | 1st | [82][73] |
| 5 | Kristianstad, Sweden (29-30 Jul) | - | 1st | 2nd | Title secured despite penalty for passing under yellow flags[83][84] |
Karting World Championship results
Jonny Edgar did not participate in the 2016 FIA Karting World Championship OK-Junior category, which was held at the Bahrain International Karting Circuit.[85] In 2017, Edgar entered the FIA Karting World Championship in the OK-Junior class at PF International in Lincolnshire, England. The event featured a format of timed qualifying, four heats to determine starting grids for two pre-finals, and a single final race to decide the champion. Representing Forza Racing with an Exprit chassis, TM engine, and Vega tires, Edgar accumulated no points from the heats or subsequent races, placing 34th in the final standings.[86][22]Complete FIA Karting World Championship results (OK-Junior)
| Year | Event Location | Class | Position | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | Bahrain International Karting Circuit | OK-Junior | Did not participate | - |
| 2017 | PF International | OK-Junior | 34th | 0 |
Racing record
Racing career summary
Jonny Edgar has competed in a variety of open-wheel and sportscar series since 2019, securing championship titles in the ADAC Formula 4 Championship in 2020 and the European Le Mans Series LMP2 class in 2024.[24] His single-seater career includes over 10 wins across Formula 4 and Formula 3 competitions, while his sportscar endeavors have yielded four victories through 2025.[24] These achievements highlight his transition from junior formulae to endurance racing, with consistent performances in multiple classes.[71] The following table summarizes Edgar's key seasons in open-wheel and sportscar racing:| Year | Series | Team | Class | Position | Wins | Podiums |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | Italian F4 Championship | Jenzer Motorsport | - | 10th | 0 | 2 |
| 2019 | Spanish F4 Championship | Jenzer Motorsport | - | 13th | 0 | 3 |
| 2020 | Italian F4 Championship | Van Amersfoort Racing | - | 4th | 2 | 6 |
| 2020 | ADAC Formula 4 Championship | Van Amersfoort Racing | - | 1st | 6 | 12 |
| 2021 | FIA Formula 3 Championship | Carlin | - | 18th | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | FIA Formula 3 Championship | Trident | - | 12th | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | FIA Formula 3 Championship | MP Motorsport | - | 13th | 1 | 1 |
| 2023 | British GT Championship | Garage 59 | GT3 | - | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 | European Le Mans Series | AO by TF Sport | LMP2 | 1st | 2 | 4 |
| 2024 | IMSA SportsCar Championship | Sean Creech Motorsport | LMP2 | 30th | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 | FIA World Endurance Championship | TF Sport | LMGT3 | 6th | 1 | 3 |
| 2025 | IMSA SportsCar Championship | AO Racing | LMP2 | 1st | 0 | 3 |
| 2025 | IMSA SportsCar Championship | AO Racing | GTD | - | 1 | 2 |
Italian F4 Championship results
(key) (Races in bold indicate pole position; races in italics indicate fastest lap) 2019 Jenzer Motorsport Tatuus F4-T014 Abarth 0 2 2 2 97 10th[88]| Year | Team | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | DC | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | Jenzer Motorsport | VLE1 | VLE2 | VLE3 | MIS1 | MIS2 | MIS3 | RBR1 | RBR2 | RBR3 |
| Year | Team | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | DC | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | Van Amersfoort Racing | MIS1 | MIS2 | MIS3 | RBR1 | RBR2 | RBR3 | IMO1 | IMO2 | IMO3 |
ADAC Formula 4 Championship results
Jonny Edgar competed in the 2020 ADAC Formula 4 Championship with Van Amersfoort Racing as a member of the Red Bull Junior Team. In his debut full season, he claimed the drivers' title with 300 points, six wins, and 12 podium finishes across 21 races, finishing first overall ahead of teammate Jak Crawford by just two points.[94][95][24] The championship utilized a points system awarding 25, 18, 15, 12, 10, 8, 6, 4, 2, and 1 points to the top 10 finishers in each race, with a driver's best 19 results from the 21-race calendar counting toward the final standings; additional points were available for pole position and fastest lap. Edgar, ineligible for the rookie category due to prior guest starts in 2019, took the lead at the season-opening Lausitzring triple-header with victories in the first two races and maintained it throughout, despite challenges in later rounds.[96][97] His campaign contrasted his fourth-place finish in the parallel Italian F4 Championship, showcasing stronger consistency in the German series. Key highlights included a double win at the Red Bull Ring, where he demonstrated superior pace in mixed conditions, and a resilient performance at the Nürburgring, securing another victory amid variable weather. At the Hockenheim triple-header, Edgar finished third and fourth in the opening two races but encountered misfortune with a puncture in the finale, dropping to 17th yet preserving his championship advantage. The title was decided in the Oschersleben season finale, where a second-place result in the deciding race allowed him to overhaul Crawford's late surge.[96][98][29][94]| Season | Team | Races | Wins | Podiums | Poles | Points | Pos. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | Van Amersfoort Racing | 21 | 6 | 12 | 4 | 300 | 1st |
Spanish F4 Championship results
Jonny Edgar contested a single guest round in the 2019 Spanish F4 Championship with Jenzer Motorsport, marking his debut in Formula 4 racing. The appearance took place at Round 2 on the Circuit Paul Ricard in Le Castellet, France, where he demonstrated strong pace by topping multiple qualifying sessions and achieving podium results in every race. Despite the limited participation across just three races, Edgar accumulated 39 points to finish 13th in the drivers' standings.[99][24] His results from the Paul Ricard weekend highlighted his adaptability in wet and dry conditions, including leading sessions in qualifying and battling for victories in the races. Edgar secured two pole positions and three podiums, contributing significantly to Jenzer Motorsport's performance that weekend alongside teammate Giorgio Carrara. These outings served as valuable experience complementary to his primary commitments in the Italian and ADAC F4 championships.[99]| Round | Circuit | Qualifying | Race 1 | Race 2 | Race 3 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | Paul Ricard | 1, 1 | 2nd | 2nd | 3rd |
FIA Formula 3 Championship results
Jonny Edgar contested the FIA Formula 3 Championship from 2021 to 2023, progressing through three teams amid challenges including a mid-season health issue in 2022. The series featured a mix of sprint and feature race formats, with points awarded based on finishing positions (25-18-15 for top three in features, 10 for sprint winner, and scaled accordingly), plus bonuses for pole position and fastest laps. Edgar's campaign highlighted steady improvement, culminating in his maiden victory during a chaotic 2023 season finale.2021 Season
Edgar debuted with Carlin Buzz Racing in the 2021 season, which comprised seven rounds and 21 races across Bahrain, Barcelona, Paul Ricard, Red Bull Ring, Hungaroring, Spa-Francorchamps, and Zandvoort. As a Red Bull Junior Team member, he adapted to the competitive international field, scoring his initial points with a 6th-place sprint finish at Paul Ricard and a 5th in the Barcelona feature race. Consistent top-15 finishes followed, though mechanical issues and learning curves limited further results; he ended 18th overall with 23 points from five scoring races.[100][101]| Year | Team | Races | Wins | Podiums | Poles | Fastest Laps | Points | Position |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | Carlin Buzz Racing | 21 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 23 | 18th |
2022 Season
Switching to Trident for 2022, Edgar faced setbacks after a Crohn's disease diagnosis following the Bahrain opener, missing the Imola and Barcelona rounds (four races total). He returned at Silverstone, competing in the remaining 12 rounds (24 races overall in a 28-race calendar). Notable performances included 4th in the Spa sprint and 5th in the feature, plus fastest laps at Hungaroring and Zandvoort, contributing to his career-best F3 points haul. Balancing recovery with racing, he finished 12th in the standings with 46 points.[102][103][104]| Year | Team | Races | Wins | Podiums | Poles | Fastest Laps | Points | Position |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | Trident | 24 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 46 | 12th |
2023 Season
Edgar joined MP Motorsport for his third and final F3 season in 2023, contesting all 14 rounds and 28 races. Starting strongly with pole position and a 5th in the Bahrain sprint (6 points), he built momentum through mid-season top-10s at Spielberg and Silverstone. The highlight came at Monza, where he converted a 12th-place start into his first win in the feature race, defending against restarts and safety cars to claim 25 points plus the fastest lap. This podium elevated his tally, securing 13th place with 55 points in a season marked by intense competition.[105][106]| Year | Team | Races | Wins | Podiums | Poles | Fastest Laps | Points | Position |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | MP Motorsport | 28 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 55 | 13th |
British GT Championship results
Jonny Edgar made a one-off appearance in the British GT Championship during the 2023 season finale at Donington Park, marking his debut in GT racing.[54] Partnered with experienced Portuguese driver Miguel Ramos, Edgar competed in the GT3 class aboard the Garage 59 team's McLaren 720S GT3 Evo.[107] The event served as Edgar's introduction to sportscar racing following his single-seater career in FIA Formula 3.[10] The duo qualified sixth overall in the combined GT3/GT4 field after strong performances in pre-qualifying and qualifying sessions, with Edgar setting a competitive lap time of 1:28.439 in the second qualifying segment.[108] In the 2-hour endurance race on October 22, they completed 71 laps but received a 30-second time penalty for exceeding track limits, dropping them to 13th place overall in GT3.[56] Edgar described the weekend as an enjoyable learning experience, gaining valuable insights into GT machinery ahead of his full-time shift to international endurance series in 2024.[10] Edgar has not returned to the British GT Championship since this debut, prioritizing commitments in the FIA World Endurance Championship, European Le Mans Series, and IMSA SportsCar Championship.[24]| Year | Team | Class | Co-driver | Event | Qualifying Position | Race Position |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Garage 59 | GT3 | Miguel Ramos | Donington Park | 6th | 13th |
IMSA SportsCar Championship results
Jonny Edgar entered the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship in 2024 on a partial schedule, focusing on endurance events in the LMP2 class with Sean Creech Motorsport's #33 Ligier JS P217 powered by Gibson. Co-driving primarily with Lance Willsey and João Barbosa—along with Nolan Siegel for the season-opening Rolex 24 at Daytona—Edgar's campaign included the Rolex 24 at Daytona, Mobil 1 Twelve Hours of Sebring, Sahlen's Six Hours of The Glen, Grand Prix of Indianapolis, and Motul Petit Le Mans at Road Atlanta. His strongest result was a fourth-place class finish at Sebring, where the trio managed a trouble-free run to complete 330 laps despite early challenges. The effort yielded 755 points, placing Edgar 30th in the LMP2 drivers' standings.[109][110][69] In 2025, Edgar expanded to a split program with AO Racing, contesting the five endurance races in LMP2 aboard the #99 ORECA 07 Gibson alongside full-season teammates PJ Hyett and Dane Cameron. The lineup delivered consistent performances, culminating in the LMP2 teams' and drivers' championships after a sixth-place finish at Petit Le Mans, where they completed 425 laps amid late-race pressure. Edgar's contributions helped secure the title with key results at Daytona and Sebring establishing early momentum, including podiums at Sebring (3rd) and Indianapolis (2nd). Separately, he raced in the GTD class with a Porsche 911 GT3 R (992), highlighted by a class win at the Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach partnering with Laurens Vanthoor in the #77 entry, plus additional podiums that underscored his versatility across prototypes and GT machinery.[111][112][113][114]2024 IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship Results
| Year | Team | Class | Chassis | Engine | 1 Daytona | 2 Sebring | 3 Long Beach | 4 Laguna Seca | 5 Detroit | 6 Watkins Glen | 7 VIR | 8 Road America | 9 Mosport | 10 Indianapolis | 11 Road Atlanta | Pos. | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Sean Creech Motorsport | LMP2 | Ligier JS P217 | Gibson GK428 4.2 L V8 | DNF 20th | 4th | - | - | - | 7th | - | - | - | 8th | 9th | 30th | 755 |
2025 IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship Results
| Year | Team | Class | Chassis | Engine | 1 Daytona | 2 Sebring | 3 Long Beach | 4 Laguna Seca | 5 Detroit | 6 Watkins Glen | 7 VIR | 8 Road America | 9 Mosport | 10 Indianapolis | 11 Road Atlanta | Pos. | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | AO Racing (#99) | LMP2 | ORECA 07 | Gibson GK428 4.2 L V8 | 5th | 3rd | - | - | - | 4th | - | - | - | 2nd | 6th | 1st* | 320* |
| 2025 | AO Racing (#77) | GTD | Porsche 911 GT3 R (992) | Porsche 4.2 L Flat-6 | - | - | 1st | 2nd** | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | -** | - |
European Le Mans Series results
Jonny Edgar made his European Le Mans Series debut in 2024, competing in the LMP2 class for AO by TF in the Oreca 07 Gibson #14, shared with Louis Deletraz and Robert Kubica. The trio delivered a strong campaign, securing four podium finishes, including victories at Imola and Spa-Francorchamps where Edgar set pole at Spa, to clinch the LMP2 drivers' championship on 93 points ahead of the season finale at Portimão.[115][116][117] The following table summarizes Edgar's 2024 ELMS results in LMP2:| Round | Circuit | Date | Qualifying Position | Race Position |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya | 14 April | 10th | 8th |
| 2 | Paul Ricard | 5 May | 7th | 4th |
| 3 | Imola | 7 July | 2nd | 1st |
| 4 | Spa-Francorchamps | 25 August | 1st (Pole) | 1st |
| 5 | Mugello | 29 September | 6th | 6th |
| 6 | Portimão | 20 October | 7th | 3rd |
FIA World Endurance Championship results
Jonny Edgar made his full-season debut in the FIA World Endurance Championship in 2025, competing in the LMGT3 class for TF Sport in the #33 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 GT3.R. He shared the entry with American gentleman driver Ben Keating and Spanish professional Daniel Juncadella, with the trio focusing on consistent performances across the eight-round calendar. The Corvette Z06 GT3.R, powered by a 5.5-liter naturally aspirated LT6.R V8 engine producing over 550 horsepower, proved competitive in the hands of the lineup, benefiting from Chevrolet's development emphasis on reliability and balance for endurance racing.[119][70] The season began strongly for Edgar, Keating, and Juncadella with a class victory in the opening Qatar 1812 km, where they led home a Corvette 1-2 finish ahead of the sister #81 entry and capitalized on a trouble-free stint to secure maximum points. Subsequent rounds saw mixed fortunes, including a seventh-place class finish at the 24 Hours of Le Mans, where the team ran reliably in the top 10 for much of the race despite challenging conditions. The season concluded with a sixth-place finish at the Bahrain International Circuit on November 9, 2025, after starting 11th, resulting in 78 points and sixth in the final LMGT3 drivers' standings.[120][67][12][121]| Year | Class | Team | Car | Co-drivers | Races | Wins | Poles | Fastest Laps | Points | Pos. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | LMGT3 | TF Sport | Corvette Z06 GT3.R | Ben Keating Daniel Juncadella | 8 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 78 | 6th |