Career — from U.S. karting champion to a European single-seater prospect
Born in San Francisco, California, and raised in Austin, Texas, Jack Iliffe's career reflects both performance and long-term vision. With multiple national titles in the United States and a major European victory to his name, Jack Iliffe's career is now entering a decisive new chapter as he transitions to single-seater racing.
Over the course of four consecutive seasons in American karting, he secured four national championships in four years — a rare achievement that highlighted both dominance and discipline. The American phase of his career provided a strong competitive base that would later support his transition to Europe.
European karting and WSK Euro Series champion
During the 2023 and 2024 seasons, Jack Iliffe raced in the OK-Junior category across Europe, consistently demonstrating front-running pace. He secured multiple heat wins and pole positions, showing that he could match and outperform established European talent.
A defining moment in his career came with his victory in the WSK Euro Series Championship, one of the most prestigious titles in international karting. Winning the WSK Euro Series confirmed his ability to compete at the highest junior level and significantly strengthened his profile within the European paddock.
Switching to single-seaters — French F4
Currently transitioning from karting to single-seater racing, Jack Iliffe plans to compete in the French F4 Championship in 2026. French F4 is widely recognized as one of Europe’s strongest F4 programs — a path also taken by Pierre Gasly, Stoffel Vandoorne and Isack Hadjar.
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U.S. national champion
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WSK Euro champion
2026
French F4 debut
FFSA
Current series
Jack Iliffe and The Grid
Jack Iliffe joined The Grid Agency during the 2024 season. With a background that includes multiple national championships and a major European karting title, Jack enters this new single-seater phase equipped with strong foundational skills and long-term agency support.