Rodin Motorsport confirm Leonardo Fornaroli for the final round at Yas Marina

Rodin Motorsport have confirmed that Leonardo Fornaroli will replace Zane Maloney for the final round of the Formula 2 season at Yas Marina.

Fornaroli makes the step up to F2 fresh from winning the 2024 Formula 3 title thanks to his seven podium finishes, two Pole Positions and two fastest laps.

The 19-year-old will now get behind the wheel of F2 machinery for the first time at the last round of the season. Maloney is set for his final race weekend with the team in Lusail.

Speaking following the announcement, Fornaroli said he was grateful for the opportunity and was looking forward to the challenge ahead.

"Very grateful to be able to do the last round of the F2 Championship with Rodin Motorsport who are such a good team in the series,” said Fornaroli.

“It will be a big challenge for me because this is my first time in the F2 car without any practice so I have a lot to learn but I can't wait for it and I'm looking forward to being behind the wheel in Abu Dhabi"

Maloney added: “I wish Leo a great weekend in Abu Dhabi. I will miss working with the Rodin Motorsport team and look forward to seeing their success in the future! But we still have one more weekend in Qatar to look ahead to and finish off our season strongly.”

Team Manager Benn Huntingford also commented: “It’s great to welcome Leo to the team for the final round of the season. It’s going to be a step up for him, but we’ve seen what he can do in Formula 3, and we’re confident he’ll adapt quickly and perform well.

“Obviously, we still have one more round in Qatar to look forward to with Zane on board before he begins his Formula E season; we thank him for his contributions and wish him the best in his new venture.”