Daniël de Jong
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Daniël de Jong is a professional racing driver
from the Netherlands
.
debut in 2008 in the Formula Renault 2.0 Northern European Cup (NEC), finishing the season 13th overall. He also contested two races in the Formula Renault 2.0 NEZ series, taking two pole position
s and a race victory to finish the season in 8th place, and a single round of the Formula Renault 2.0 West European Cup at Spa–Francorchamps
.
In 2009
, de Jong took part in both the Eurocup Formula Renault 2.0
and Formula Renault 2.0 NEC championships with MP Motorsport. In the Eurocup, he took a single points–finish at the Hungaroring
to be classified in 25th place, whilst in the NEC series he took podium places at the Nürburgring
and Spa–Francorchamps to finish 9th, despite missing the third round of the season at Alastaro
.
2010
saw de Jong remain in the Eurocup Formula Renault 2.0 series for a second season. After finishing second to Kevin Korjus
in the first race of the season at Motorland Aragón
, he finished in the points on a further eight occasions to finish 9th in the standings. He also took part in selected events of the Formula Renault 2.0 NEC season
, taking a race win at the final event of the season at the Nürburgring together with a second–place at Brno
earlier in the season. He finished the year 11th in the standings, despite only taking part in six of the 18 races.
at the first post–season test in Barcelona
. A week later he tested for Comtec Racing
at Motorland Aragón and it was announced in February 2011 that he had signed to race for the team in the 2011 season
, partnering British Formula Three
graduate Daniel McKenzie
.
, driving for his long–time Formula Renault 2.0 team MP Motorsport.
† – As de Jong was a guest driver, he was ineligible for championship points.
Auto racing
Auto racing is a motorsport involving the racing of cars for competition. It is one of the world's most watched televised sports.-The beginning of racing:...
from the Netherlands
Netherlands
The Netherlands is a constituent country of the Kingdom of the Netherlands, located mainly in North-West Europe and with several islands in the Caribbean. Mainland Netherlands borders the North Sea to the north and west, Belgium to the south, and Germany to the east, and shares maritime borders...
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Formula Renault 2.0
After a lengthy karting career in his native Holland and a brief stint in the Dutch Winter Endurance Series, de Jong made his single–seaterOpen wheel car
Open-wheel car, formula car, or often single-seater car in British English, describes cars with the wheels outside the car's main body and, in most cases, one seat. Open-wheel cars contrast with street cars, sports cars, stock cars, and touring cars, which have their wheels below the body or fenders...
debut in 2008 in the Formula Renault 2.0 Northern European Cup (NEC), finishing the season 13th overall. He also contested two races in the Formula Renault 2.0 NEZ series, taking two pole position
Pole position
The term "pole position", as used in motorsports, comes from the horse racing term where the number one starter starts on the inside next to the inside pole. The term made its way, along with several other customs, to auto racing. In circuit motorsports, a driver has pole position when he or she...
s and a race victory to finish the season in 8th place, and a single round of the Formula Renault 2.0 West European Cup at Spa–Francorchamps
Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps
The Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps is the venue of the Formula One Belgian Grand Prix and the Spa 24 Hours endurance race. It is also home to the all Volkswagen club event, 25 Hours of Spa, run by the Uniroyal Fun Cup. It is one of the most challenging race tracks in the world, mainly due to its...
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In 2009
2009 Formula Renault seasons
This article describes all the 2009 seasons of Formula Renault series across the world.-Calendar:This table indicates the round number of each Formula Renault series according to weekend dates...
, de Jong took part in both the Eurocup Formula Renault 2.0
2009 Eurocup Formula Renault 2.0 season
The 2009 Eurocup Formula Renault 2.0 season was the nineteenth Eurocup Formula Renault 2.0 season. The season began at Circuit de Catalunya on April 18 and finished at the Ciudad del Motor de Aragón on October 25, after fourteen rounds. This season was the last for the current specification Tatuus...
and Formula Renault 2.0 NEC championships with MP Motorsport. In the Eurocup, he took a single points–finish at the Hungaroring
Hungaroring
The Hungaroring is a racing circuit in Mogyoród, near Budapest, Hungary where the Formula One Hungarian Grand Prix is held. In 1986, it became the location of the first Formula One Grand Prix behind the Iron Curtain. Bernie Ecclestone wanted a race in the USSR, but a Hungarian friend of his...
to be classified in 25th place, whilst in the NEC series he took podium places at the Nürburgring
Nürburgring
The Nürburgring is a motorsport complex around the village of Nürburg, Germany. It features a modern Grand Prix race track built in 1984, and a much longer old North loop track which was built in the 1920s around the village and medieval castle of Nürburg in the Eifel mountains. It is located about...
and Spa–Francorchamps to finish 9th, despite missing the third round of the season at Alastaro
Alastaro Circuit
The Alastaro Circuit is a racing circuit situated in Virttaa village in Loimaa, Finland. The track is long. There are also "jokamiesluokka" and drag racing tracks in the same area.The circuit is named after former municipality of Finland...
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2010
2010 Eurocup Formula Renault 2.0 season
The 2010 Eurocup Formula Renault 2.0 season was the 20th Eurocup Formula Renault 2.0 season. It began on 17 April at Motorland Aragon and ended on 10 October at Circuit de Catalunya after eight rounds and sixteen races....
saw de Jong remain in the Eurocup Formula Renault 2.0 series for a second season. After finishing second to Kevin Korjus
Kevin Korjus
-Karting:Korjus made his pan-European karting début in 2006, competing in the Rotax Max Euro Challenge for the AGS Racing team. He finished sixth overall in the championship standings, 25 points behind the champion Jack Hawksworth. As well as that, he finished thirteenth in the Challenge finals, as...
in the first race of the season at Motorland Aragón
Ciudad del Motor de Aragón
The Ciudad del Motor de Aragón, also known as Motorland Aragón, is a race circuit located near Alcañiz, Spain.The circuit has been designed by well-known German architect Hermann Tilke in conjunction with the British architectural firm Foster + Partners...
, he finished in the points on a further eight occasions to finish 9th in the standings. He also took part in selected events of the Formula Renault 2.0 NEC season
2010 Formula Renault 2.0 NEC season
The 2010 Formula Renault 2.0 NEC season was the fifth Formula Renault 2.0 Northern European Cup season. The season began at Hockenheim on 17 April and finished on 17 October at Nürburgring, after nineteen races. Making its début in the series in 2010 was the new-specification car, designed by...
, taking a race win at the final event of the season at the Nürburgring together with a second–place at Brno
Masaryk Circuit
The Masaryk circuit or Masarykring, now referred to as the Brno Circuit, refers two Czech racing circuits located close to the city of Brno.The original circuit was made up of public roads, and at its longest measured nearly...
earlier in the season. He finished the year 11th in the standings, despite only taking part in six of the 18 races.
Formula Renault 3.5 Series
In October 2010, de Jong drove a Formula Renault 3.5 Series car for the first time, testing for Draco RacingDraco Racing
Draco Racing is a motorsports team from Italy. It currently operates in the World Series by Renault, but has also taken part in Formula Opel Lotus, International Formula 3000 and Euro Formula 3000.-Formula Opel Lotus Euroseries:...
at the first post–season test in Barcelona
Circuit de Catalunya
The Circuit de Catalunya is a racetrack in Montmeló, to the north of Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain. With long straights and a variety of corners, the Circuit de Catalunya is seen as an all-rounder circuit.-History:...
. A week later he tested for Comtec Racing
Comtec Racing
Comtec Racing is a motor racing team based in the United Kingdom. It competes in two championships — Formula Renault and World Series by Renault.-History:The team started out in Formula Ford before moving to Formula Renault UK...
at Motorland Aragón and it was announced in February 2011 that he had signed to race for the team in the 2011 season
2011 Formula Renault 3.5 Series season
The 2011 Formula Renault 3.5 Series season will be the seventh season of the Renault–supported single–seater category. It is due to be the final season for the current Dallara chassis with Renault Sport Technologies having confirmed a new car for the 2012 season.After featuring 12 teams during the...
, partnering British Formula Three
British Formula Three Championship
The British Formula Three Championship is an international motor racing series that takes place primarily in the United Kingdom with a small number of events in mainland Europe. It is a junior-level feeder formula that uses small single seater Formula Three chassis. Its current official title is...
graduate Daniel McKenzie
Daniel McKenzie (racing driver)
Daniel McKenzie is a professional British racing driver from England.-Early career:Like most young drivers, McKenzie began his career in karting, racing in the Junior Rotax class before making his car racing debut in the Radical SR4 Biduro Championship in 2005, where he finished in fourth...
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Auto GP
Alongside his Formula Renault 3.5 commitments, de Jong will also contest the Auto GP season in 20112011 Auto GP season
The 2011 Auto GP season was the second year of the Auto GP, and the thirteenth season of the former Euroseries 3000. The championship began on 14 May at Monza and finished on 4 September at the Circuit Ricardo Tormo in Valencia, after seven double-header rounds.The series became part of the World...
, driving for his long–time Formula Renault 2.0 team MP Motorsport.
Career summary
| Season | Series | Team | Races | Wins | Poles | F/Laps | Podiums | Points | Position |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005–06 | Dutch Winter Endurance Series | ? | ? | 0 | ? | ? | ? | ? | 227th |
| 2008 | Formula Renault 2.0 NEC | MP Motorsport | 16 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 119 | 13th |
| Formula Renault 2.0 Finland | All races accounted for in the NEZ championship | ||||||||
| Formula Renault 2.0 NEZ | ? | 2 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 46 | 8th | |
| Formula Renault 2.0 WEC | MP Motorsport | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | NC† | |
| 2009 | Eurocup Formula Renault 2.0 2009 Eurocup Formula Renault 2.0 season The 2009 Eurocup Formula Renault 2.0 season was the nineteenth Eurocup Formula Renault 2.0 season. The season began at Circuit de Catalunya on April 18 and finished at the Ciudad del Motor de Aragón on October 25, after fourteen rounds. This season was the last for the current specification Tatuus... |
MP Motorsport | 14 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 25th |
| Formula Renault 2.0 NEC | 14 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 164 | 9th | ||
| 2009–10 | Dutch Winter Endurance Series | De Heus by Bas Koeten | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10 | 100th |
| 2010 | Eurocup Formula Renault 2.0 2010 Eurocup Formula Renault 2.0 season The 2010 Eurocup Formula Renault 2.0 season was the 20th Eurocup Formula Renault 2.0 season. It began on 17 April at Motorland Aragon and ended on 10 October at Circuit de Catalunya after eight rounds and sixteen races.... |
MP Motorsport | 16 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 48 | 9th |
| Formula Renault 2.0 NEC 2010 Formula Renault 2.0 NEC season The 2010 Formula Renault 2.0 NEC season was the fifth Formula Renault 2.0 Northern European Cup season. The season began at Hockenheim on 17 April and finished on 17 October at Nürburgring, after nineteen races. Making its début in the series in 2010 was the new-specification car, designed by... |
6 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 105 | 11th | ||
† – As de Jong was a guest driver, he was ineligible for championship points.