Albert Poon
Vital Information
- Born: January 5, 1936 in Hong Kong (British Hong Kong)
- Full Name: Albert Poon Bing-Lit (潘炳烈)
- Occupation: Racing Driver
- Education: Diocesan Boys’ School, Hong Kong
Racing Career
Albert Poon is a legendary Hong Kong racing driver whose career spanned over five decades, from 1959 to 2013.
Notable Achievements
- 1964 Macau Grand Prix Winner - The only Hong Kong driver ever to win the prestigious Macau Grand Prix
- Holds the record for competing in the most consecutive Macau Grand Prix races
- Second driver in the 1976 Indonesian Grand Prix
- Competed in Formula 3 racing
Vehicles Driven
Throughout his career, Poon drove various racing vehicles including:
- Lotus 23
- Jaguar E-type
- Brabham BT30
Racing Partnership
Albert and his wife Diana Poon were the first-ever couple to compete on the Guia Circuit at the Macau Grand Prix, cementing their place in Hong Kong motorsport history.
Family
Children
| File | birth_date | death_date |
|---|---|---|
| Diana Poon | - | - |