Brad Binder is a famous South African motorcycle racer, known for his impressive achievements in MotoGP racing.
Born in Potchefstroom, South Africa, Binder rose to international fame when he won the 2016 Moto3 World Championship.
He currently races for Red Bull KTM Factory Racing in the MotoGP class, where his aggressive and skillful riding style has made him a key figure in the sport.
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- – Full name: Brad Binder
- – Date of birth: August 11, 1995
- – Age: 28 years old
- – Gender: Male
- – Place of birth: Potchefstroom, South Africa
- – Nationality: South African
- – Occupation: Grand Prix motorcycle racer
- – Height: 6’1″
- – Parents: Sharon Binder, Trevor Binder
- – Siblings: Darryn Binder
- – Wife/husband: None
- – Children: None
- – Relationship status: None
- – Religion: None
- – Ethnicity: None
- – Net worth: $5 million
Early life and education
Brad Binder, now 28, was born on August 11, 1995 in Potchefstroom, South Africa. Growing up in a supportive family, his parents, Sharon and Trevor Binder, played a major role in nurturing his early interest in motorsports. He has a younger brother, Darryn Binder, who is a professional motorcycle racer.
Brad began his go-kart racing career at the age of eight before moving to two-wheelers in 2005, competing in various local championships. Details of his early education are not widely documented, but his formative years were spent honing his racing skills.
Personal life
Brad Binder keeps his personal life quite private. While he shares career milestones and some aspects of his daily life via social media, details about his romantic relationships or any potential partners have not been revealed.
He still maintains a close relationship with his family, especially his brother Darryn, who often appears in his social media posts.
Career
Brad Binder’s career began in go-karting before moving to motorcycle racing in 2005. He first gained significant attention on the international racing scene in the Red Bull MotoGP Rookies Cup, where he competed from 2009 to 2011.
He made his full-time Grand Prix debut in the Moto3 class in 2012, and by 2016 he had won the Moto3 world championship with seven wins and 14 podiums.
Binder then moved up to the Moto2 class in 2017, continuing his success with a number of podium finishes and race wins. In 2020, he made his MotoGP debut with Red Bull KTM Factory Racing, taking his first MotoGP win in Brno, Czech Republic, that same year.
Prize
- – Moto3 World Champion 2016
- – MotoGP Rookie of the Year 2020
- – Multiple wins and podiums in Moto2 and MotoGP
Net worth
Brad Binder’s net worth is estimated to be $5 million. His income comes primarily from Red Bull KTM Factory Racing contracts, race winnings, and endorsement deals.
Social media
- – Instagram: @bradbinder_41
- – Twitter: @BradBinder_41
