Nicolas Minassian is a French race driver of Armenian descent. After finishing 2nd place in Formula Renault Eurocup, he graduated to the French Formula Three Championship where he finished runner-up to countryman Laurent Redon at his second attempt. He then moved to the British series for another two years in a successful partnership with Promatecme and Renault UK that yielded a 4th place and 2nd place. He graduated to Formula 3000 with West Competition, but failed to impress whilst his teammate Nick Heidfeld mounted a strong challenge for overall honours. He signed for the illustrious Super Nova Racing team where he came a strong 2nd in the championship.