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graeme dean – airwaves bmw engineer

Graeme Dean, Airwaves BMW Engineer

graeme dean

Age: 40
From: Birkenstead
Nickname: Deano 2

How did you become involved in motorsport? – I became friends with David Pinkney in 1987 and ended up becoming a truckie for Pinkney Motorsport.  Been at it ever since.

What do you do at Airwaves BMW? – I'm number two mechanic on Rob Collard's car, so I'm heavily involved with making sure it's all set up and ready to go racing.

What's your favourite thing about being involved with Airwaves BMW? – The excitement and pressure of being involved is a real buzz.

What has been your most memorable moment with the team? – Our first ever win at Brands Hatch (2009).

Who is your motorsport idol? – Ayrton Senna, he just had an incredible amount of talent.

What do you do to relax away from motorsport? – Motorsport is what I do to relax away from my day job!  I also like to ride my motorbike when I get a chance.

If you were an animal, what would you be? – A monkey, because they are mischievous.

Is a Jaffa Cake a cake or a biscuit? – A cake.  I like cakes, I have a sweet tooth.

Favourite Five

1. Favourite racing track? – Oulton Park
2. Favourite road car? – Audi R8
3. Favourite holiday destination? – Cyprus
4. Favourite food? – Curry
5. Favourite Airwaves flavour? – Green Mint
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