A new challenge for the Circuit Paul Ricard's CEO

After 12 years as CEO of  Circuit Paul Ricard, Le Castellet International Airport and Panoramic Club, Stéphane Clair has decided to step down at the end of 2024 to take on a new professional challenge in the USA.

"After 12 intense years at the general management of the Circuit Paul Ricard, its restaurant and its airport, I've decided to move to the United States, and start a new professional challenge with my family in Southern California".

Stéphane Clair will devote himself to developing the business of organizing off-road motorcycle trips across the USA. It's a return to his roots for this car and motorcycle racer with a passion for off-roading.

The General Manager will remain in his position at Circuit Paul Ricard until the end of 2024:  "Leaving a company like the Circuit Paul Ricard and changing your life cannot be done in an instant. So, in accordance to the Board of Directors, I'll be staying on as General Manager throughout 2024 to support the companies and our employees in this transitional phase. So there will be no change for the coming season, which promises to be an exciting one."

Jean Alesi, President of Circuit Paul Ricard:

"Stéphane will leave the company in great financial health, with very satisfactory economic results and an international renown, and I would like to thank him for supporting us during this year of transition. The 2024 season promises to be exceptional, with events and competitions in cars, motorcycles, trucks, running, karting and Formula 1 testing, and hopefully the return of the F1 French Grand Prix in the near future for which we are continuing to work."