Tin-top tales with Alain Menu

Tin-top tales with Alain Menu

Swiss driver Alain Menu initially intended to become a vet, but he decided to pursue his passion for racing instead.

As

Paul Fearnley discovers
, Menu's journey was not easy due to financial constraints.

Menu's interest in racing emerged in 1983, while attending Geneva University, where he was studying to be a vet.

Despite Switzerland's ban on circuit racing since 1955 and his family's lack of connections to motor sports, Menu was determined to become a racing driver.

He started his racing career with a Van Diemen, facing financial difficulties, but showing promise as a driver.

Today, Menu is a two-time BTCC champion and has transitioned to a new career in the decorating business.

Author's summary: Alain Menu pursued his racing dreams despite challenges.

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Motor Sport Magazine Motor Sport Magazine — 2025-10-27

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