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Red Bull star’s F1 plans take shape after joining new team
Two-time WRC champion Kalle Rovanpera is embarking on a new journey towards possibly becoming an F1 star, transitioning from rallying to single-seater racing. The Red Bull-sponsored athlete clinched consecutive WRC titles in 2022 and 2023.
As the 2025 WRC season concluded, Rovanpera announced his move to single-seater racing to explore new skills, despite his young age.
His debut in single-seaters will be the 2026 Castrol Toyota Formula Regional Oceania Trophy, starting with Hitech Grand Prix in New Zealand.
Rovanpera emphasized his readiness to challenge himself and step out of his comfort zone in pursuit of his new aspirations.
Supported by Toyota, he will also compete in the Japanese Super Formula Championship in 2026 before potentially aiming for an F2 seat in 2027.
