Paul O'Neill

Paul O'Neill (born 31st December 1979 in Widnes, Cheshire) is a British-Irish racing driver best known for his appearances in the British Touring Car Championship. O'Neill is also the half-brother of former Spice Girls singer Melanie C.

Racing Career
O'Neill made his BTCC debut in 2002 driving for the egg:sport team in a semi-works Vauxhall Astra Coupé. O'Neill took his first podium later that year at the Oulton Park round with a third place in the opener followed by a maiden win in the second race of the day. O'Neill finished his maiden season in the series in seventh place overall.

This impressive first season earned him a drive with the works Vauxhall VXRacing team alongside Jason Plato and Yvan Muller in 2003.