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Aston Martin are bolstering their driver ranks with signing of Zhenrui Chi
Aston Martin has officially announced the signing of promising driver Zhenrui Chi, hoping he will play a significant role in their future in Formula One.
Zhenrui Chi, at 17 years old, will join Aston Martin’s driver academy and compete in the Formula Regional grid wearing Aston Martin livery.
Having impressed during his 2025 campaign in European and Middle East F4 categories, Chi’s recruitment marks Aston Martin’s strategic investment in young talent.
Chi expressed his excitement and gratitude for the opportunity to be part of the Aston Martin Aramco Formula One Team, recognizing the challenge ahead and the need for hard work and dedication to prove himself.
While Chi shows promise as a rising star, it remains uncertain if he will be immediately considered for an F1 drive, with Fernando Alonso and Lance Stroll currently occupying the team’s race seats.
Aston Martin’s current priority is improving the performance of their F1 car, as both engine and chassis issues have hindered their competitiveness in the early races of the season.
