Fornaroli has joined McLaren's junior programme.
McLaren Racing announced the addition of three new drivers to its junior programme. They are Leonardo Fornaroli, the 2024 Formula 3 champion and 2025 Formula 2 champion; Formula 2 driver Richard Verschoor; and 15-year-old Spanish karter Cristian Costoya.
As part of the collaboration with McLaren Racing, Fornaroli will take part in tests with the Formula 1 team.
Leonardo Fornaroli: "I am incredibly proud to have joined the McLaren Racing Driver Development Programme. The Formula 3 and Formula 2 titles have been an important step on my journey, and I am determined to take the next step in my development as I pursue my ultimate goal — competing at the highest level.
I am very grateful to McLaren and to everyone who has supported me throughout my career for this opportunity. I look forward to getting to work with everyone on the team."
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Fornaroli has joined McLaren's junior programme.
McLaren Racing announced the addition of three new drivers to its young driver programme.