Raimo Kulli EST1 Racing Team Manager

Raimo Kulli

Raimo Kulli is a distinguished Estonian motorsport figure, known both for his competitive success and his leadership within the racing community. Born in Tallinn, Estonia in 1981, Raimo launched his racing career in rallycross at the age of 16, capturing the Estonian Championship in his debut season. His transition to circuit racing in 1999 marked the beginning of an impressive path that would span over two decades and include more than 50 career victories and over 100 podiums.

Raimo’s recognition include six Estonian national titles, multiple NEZ (North European Zone) Championships, and a runner-up finish in the Porsche GT3 Cup NEZ Challenge. He has also competed in prestigious international series such as the FIA European Touring Car Cup and 24-hour endurance races in Brno and Barcelona.

Beyond the track, Raimo Kulli is a certified Porsche instructor—a distinction that highlights his expertise in high-performance driver development. His coaching credentials allow him to train both amateur and professional drivers, particularly through programs featuring the Porsche 911 GT3 Cup car.

In 2021, Raimo took on a strategic leadership role as Chairman of the Estonian Autosport Union’s Circuit Racing and E-motorsport Committee, where he works to rejuvenate and modernize the local motorsport landscape.

He is also the founder and team principal of EST1 Racing, a top-tier racing team competing in the Porsche Sprint Challenge NEZ and BMW Xtreme Series. Under his guidance, EST1 Racing has become a launchpad for aspiring racing talent in the Baltics and across Northern Europe.

Raimo Kulli brings a unique blend of experience, passion, and vision—making him one of the most respected motorsport personalities in the region.

EST1 Racing & Coaching Career

  • Motorsport Leadership Role

    Served as Chairman of the Estonian Autosport Union committee (Jan 2021–May 2025).

  • Season of Silverware

    Achieved multiple wins and podiums in PSCSE (Mar 2024).

  • European GT Series Expansion

    Entered 24H Series, GT Cup Open Europe & PSCSE (Mar 2023).

  • Certified Porsche Instructor

    Earned elite coaching credentials from Porsche (Nov 2022).

  • Championship Sweep

    Led EST1 Racing to NEZ & Estonian Porsche GT3 Cup titles (Oct 2022).

  • EST1 Racing Launched

    Founded team focused on Porsche and endurance competition (Jan 2011).

EST1 Racing Highlights

  • Coaching Victory in France

    Coached Alex Reimann to win at Paul Ricard GT Cup Open (May 2023).

  • 12H Monza Overall Silver

    Runner-up at prestigious 12H endurance race (Jun 2023).

     

  • 24H Barcelona Podium Repeat

    3rd place again in GT4 class with EST1 Racing (Sept 2017).

  • NEZ Runner-Up Performance

    Finished 2nd in Porsche GT3 Cup NEZ Challenge (Sept 2016).

Early Career & Driving Achievements

  • Rallycross Revelation

    Won the Estonian Rallycross Championship in his debut season (Aug 1997).

  • Circuit Breakthrough Years

    Dominated early circuit racing with 56 wins and 104 podiums (1999–2003).

  • Baltic Double Crown

    Took top honours in Estonian and NEZ VW Golf Baltic series (Sept 2004).

  • Super 1600 Podium Finish

    Placed 3rd overall in Estonian & Baltic Championships (Oct 2005).

  • Estoril & NEZ Standout Season

    NEZ Champion in B2000; finished 4th at ETCC Estoril (Oct 2006).

  • Super 2000 Dual Bronze

    3rd place finishes in both Estonian and Finnish Championships (Sept 2008).

  • BMW 325 Cup Hat Trick

    Claimed Estonian Championship title three years running (2011–2013).

  • Formula Scandic Triumph

    Captured Estonian single-seater title in dominant fashion (Aug 2014).

  • Sprint & Endurance Podiums

    2nd in NEZ Porsche Sprint; 3rd in 24H Brno (Porsche class) (Sept 2016).

  • GT4 Podium in Barcelona 24H

    Secured 3rd place at the 24H Series in Spain (Sept 2017).