Estonian racing driver
Follow the journey of one of Estonia’s most promising young GT racing drivers on the international stage.
Profile
Career objective: to build a long-term professional GT racing career within a manufacturer environment.
Story
Ragnar Simuland is an Estonian circuit racing driver focused on building a professional career in GT racing within a manufacturer environment. His progression in motorsport has been rapid, structured and consistently performance-driven.
After starting in karting with Aero Racing and Talvar Racing, Ragnar moved to circuit racing in 2024 with RS Parts. In his debut season in cars, he won both the Estonian and Baltic championships in the V1600 class with a Toyota Yaris T-Sport at the age of 16.
In 2025, he took the next step into the highly competitive BMW 325 Cup class of the Baltic Touring Car Championship with RS Motorsport. Competing against more than 30 drivers, he secured five podium finishes in six rounds, including five pole positions, multiple fastest laps and track records, and secured the Baltic, Estonian and Latvian championship titles.
Alongside racing, Ragnar studies Automotive Technology at Tallinn Industrial Education Center (TTHK), strengthening his technical understanding and enabling effective collaboration with engineers.
Recent GT4 testing in Europe confirmed his immediate pace and consistency on a new platform. In 2026, he steps up to Porsche Sports Cup Germany with Sorg Rennsport.
He has also been selected for the Porsche Talent Pool Germany programme for the 2026 season, adding an important manufacturer-supported development dimension to his racing career.
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Prepared, analytical and calm under pressure — with the clear objective of taking the next structured step toward a professional GT racing career.
Career
Two race wins in the Talendid Rajale series and third place overall marked the first notable results in national karting.
Competed in karting in Estonia and the Baltic region with Aero Racing and Talvar Racing, building racecraft and wheel-to-wheel experience.
Debut season in touring cars with RS Parts in the V1600 class, driving a Toyota Yaris T-Sport and winning both the Estonian and Baltic championship titles.
Stepped into the most competitive BMW 325 Cup class with RS Motorsport and secured the Baltic, Estonian and Latvian titles after a standout season.
Racing in Porsche Sports Cup Germany with Sorg Rennsport and selected to be part of Porsche Talent Pool Germany.
Testimonials
Chairman of the Estonian Autosport Union Circuit Racing Committee and 2024 season Team Principal
“I am very pleased to be part of this young driver’s journey. The level of speed and consistency Ragnar achieved already by the end of his second season in touring cars is something rarely seen in motorsport. He is firmly grounded, yet driven by big ambitions.”
SRS Sorg Rennsport Team Principal
“The young Estonian racing driver has established himself as one of the most promising talents in Baltic motorsport in recent years. What stands out most about Ragnar is not only his speed but also his professionalism, discipline and his ability to adapt quickly to new cars and racing environments.”
Five-time Polish circuit racing champion and Ragnar’s 2025 season competitor
“Ragnar, despite his young age, is a very mature race driver with high mental resilience, machine-like consistency and balance. He is a driver built to win.”
2026 Programme
In 2026 Ragnar competes in Porsche Sports Cup Germany with Sorg Rennsport, driving the Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 RS Clubsport.
The season is also shaped by selection into Porsche Talent Pool Germany — an important development platform and a valuable step within Porsche’s performance environment.
Partners
Supporting Ragnar means backing a young and successful athlete on a structured path toward international GT racing while gaining visibility through competitive motorsport platforms.
Exposure on the race car, race suit, teamwear and digital channels throughout the season.
Presence in recognised Baltic and European racing environments with a clear GT development pathway.
A strong visual story, social media presence and media coverage that can be used in partner communication.
Opportunity for enjoyable race weekend visits and track experiences for your team or partners.
Media
Coverage of his first circuit racing weekend and immediate success in the V1600 class.
EALSummary of the 2024 season that ended with Estonian and Baltic championship titles.
BaTCCInterview and season reflection following a successful transition from karting to circuit racing.
BaTCCReport from the final round of the 2025 season, where Ragnar secured the BMW 325 Cup title.
Autosport.eeCoverage of the 2025 season finale and Ragnar’s championship-winning campaign in BMW 325 Cup.
Autosport.eeArticle covering the next step of his career with a move into Porsche Sports Cup Germany.
Focus
Ragnar’s pathway combines race-winning pace, technical understanding and a structured progression from karting to touring cars and into GT4 competition.
Gallery
Contact
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