Allan McNish is permanently on the go. The mercurial jockey-like Scot is driven by a constant zest for action. “Relaxing isn’t my cup of tea, I’m always thinking about what’s coming up next.”
His thoughts normally revolve around the next race, or just how the R10 TDI can be made even quicker. Allan McNish is a pure blooded racing driver, who finds it difficult to switch off.
The birth of his son Finlay in May 2005 has changed Allan and Kelly McNish’s life a little. Now there are new priorities. “I try to spend every free minute with Kelly and Finlay”, explains the Scot, who actually still comes across as an endearing child and, because of this, is often the target of his team mates’ amusement. His figure doesn’t show that he loves sweets and likes cooking – fitness-studio, jogging and cycling make sure he remains jockey sized.
Even though he lives in Monaco and enjoys the almost permanent sunshine, Allan McNish is a true Scot. He regularly wears the family tartan kilt to official engagements – a procedure that takes 30 minutes.
The Scot excels in the Audi R10 TDI cockpit. He is one of the fastest in the sportscar scene and loves the casual atmosphere in the American Le Mans Series. “Families and children are always welcome in the paddock”, he enthuses. “I was small and know exactly how much I enjoyed touching the race cars and tyres as a child. This is possible in the ALMS.”
Experience
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