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A staple of Ferrari’s Formula 1 simulator team and one of its leading Hypercar drivers is finally making his F1 weekend debut at the Mexican GP
Antonio Fuoco, a key member of Ferrari’s Formula 1 simulator team and a top Hypercar driver, is set to make his F1 weekend debut at the Mexican Grand Prix by replacing Lewis Hamilton in the opening practice session.
Having initially tested for F1 over a decade ago, Fuoco made a name for himself in Formula 2 alongside his teammate Charles Leclerc during the latter’s championship-winning season in 2017.
Fuoco, a highly regarded prospect from the early 2010s karting scene, was initially part of Ferrari’s junior program alongside talents like Raffaele Marciello.
Despite facing challenges in GP3 and F2, where he raced against talents like Max Verstappen, Fuoco impressed Ferrari with his potential, leading to multiple F1 test opportunities.
While his F1 racing aspirations may have faded, Fuoco has remained a valuable asset to Ferrari, showcasing his skills in the F1 simulator and development spheres.
