Luis Salom

Motorcycle Racer

Birthday August 7, 1991

Birth Sign Leo

Birthplace Spain

DEATH DATE Jun 3, 2016 (24)

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About

Grand Prix motorcycle racer who finished his career with three podium appearances in 41 starts. He tragically passed away doing what he loved during Free Practice 2 for the 2016 Catalan Moto2 Grand Prix.

Before Fame

He was already racing at a competitive level as an 8-year-old. He would have a high-level of success coming up through amateur ranks and lower level tournaments.

Trivia

He made his Grand Prix debut in 2009 at the Spanish Grand Prix.

Family Life

His full name was Luis Jaime Salom Horrach. He was born to parents Maria and Jose in the city of Palma de Mallorca, Spain.

Associated With

He competed against JD Beach as part of the 2008 Red Bull MotoGP Rookies Cup.