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McLaren sign F3 champion Bortoleto to development programme
Gabriel Bortoleto, a talented Brazilian racing driver, has joined McLaren’s Driver Development program after a successful season in the Italian F3 Championship where he secured the title with two victories and six podium finishes. McLaren aims to support young talents in their progression towards Formula 1, and Bortoleto joins a group of promising drivers that includes McLaren IndyCar star Pato O’Ward, Formula 1 reserve driver Ryo Hirakawa, and McLaren Young Driver Ugo Ugochukwu. The program is led by former McLaren test driver and Le Mans winner Emanuele Pirro. Additionally, McLaren has signed a one-year option on Italian F4 driver Brando Badoer to assess his potential for future inclusion in the program. Bortoleto expressed his excitement and gratitude for the opportunity to join McLaren and looks forward to working with the team to continue his development as a racing driver.
Source: Motorsport Week
