Manuel Espírito Santo is a talented FIA Silver-rated Portuguese endurance racer competing at the highest levels of prototype racing in Europe and North America.
After making his prototype debut in the European Le Mans Series LMP3 category with Team Virage in 2023, Manuel quickly established himself as one of the category’s standout talents, securing pole positions at Spa-Francorchamps and his home circuit of Portimão. He also enjoyed a successful campaign in the Ultimate Cup Series, claiming multiple victories and finishing runner-up in the Proto P3 Drivers’ Championship.
In 2024, Manuel joined Cool Racing, competing in both the Asian Le Mans Series and the European Le Mans Series. His campaign included multiple pole positions, podium finishes and his maiden ELMS victory at Portimão, further underlining his pace and consistency.
Following his move to the LMP2 category in 2025, Manuel now competes in the European Le Mans Series with Rossa Racing by Virage and the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship with Pratt Miller Motorsports. As one of Portugal’s leading endurance racing talents, he continues to establish himself on the international endurance racing stage.
