ZhenruiChi
Zhenrui Chi
Zhenrui Chi – nicknamed Newman – has emerged as one of Asia's most promising talents.
After a successful 2024 debut in the F4 Middle East Trophy, Zhenrui demonstrated immense growth in 2025. Competing in the F4 Championship, he achieved a dominant victory and fastest lap at Monza in the Italian F4 Championship, alongside four podium finishes.
His 2025 season included appearances in the Euro 4 Championship, Formula Regional European Championship, and the 72nd Macau Grand Prix – FIA FR World Cup, showcasing his readiness for the challenges of a top-tier motorsport career.
My dream is to get to Formula One, and joining the Driver Academy is a really big step on that journey. It's a great opportunity.
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