2024 Champion Leonardo Fornaroli graduates to Formula 2 with Invicta Racing

Following on from his title victory in Monza, it has been confirmed that Leonardo Fornaroli will make the step up to FIA Formula 2 in 2025 with Invicta Racing.

The Italian driver enjoyed a stellar 2024 campaign in Formula 3 with Trident, achieving two Pole Positions, two fastest laps, and seven podiums on his way to winning the Drivers’ Championship in Monza.

Fornaroli is now set to graduate to the second tier with Invicta, and his preparations for next year will start at the post-season test in Abu Dhabi later this year, driving for the Norfolk-based outfit.in December.

Speaking about the promotion, Fornaroli could barely hide his excitement, describing the last few days as a “dream”.

“I’m so happy to be able to celebrate winning the F3 championship with this news and I cannot wait to step up to Formula 2 next season," Fornaroli said.

"Invicta Racing has proven itself over many years to be one of the best teams in Formula 2, including this season. I’m really excited to work with the team for the 2025 season. I want to take this opportunity to thank Trident for the past three years, they really are the best team in F3. To go from the best team in F3 to the best in F2 is a truly a dream come true.”

Andy Roche, Team Principal of Invicta Racing added: “We’re absolutely delighted to welcome Leonardo to the team for 2025. Winning the FIA Formula 3 Championship is an incredible achievement for him and I have no doubt that he’ll do a brilliant job in 2025.

“We’ve followed Leonardo’s single-seater career for a few years now and it’s clear that he’s an outstanding talent. Following in the footsteps of Gabriel this year, we’re thrilled to have the FIA Formula 3 Champion join our team for the second year in a row.”