As part of his progression through the McLaren Driver Development programme, Badoer is set to compete for Prema Racing in the 2025 FIA Formula 3 Championship alongside another of the team’s junior drivers in Ugo Ugochukwu.
“I am excited to join the McLaren Driver Development programme,” said Badoer. “It’s a fantastic opportunity to join a team with such a great racing heritage and a proven record for developing talent.
“Competing in the 2025 FIA Formula 3 Championship with Prema Racing will help continue my progression and I’d like to thank the whole team at McLaren for their support. I can’t wait to learn from the team’s guidance and get racing in the team’s iconic colours.”
Stephanie Carlin, Director of F1 Business Operations at McLaren Racing, welcomed Badoer’s arrival, adding: “We’ve kept a close eye on him over the past year and have been impressed with his performances as a rookie in the competitive Formula Regional championship, so it made sense to exercise our option and bring him into the programme full-time.
“We look forward to seeing him racing in papaya and supporting his development as he moves to compete in the FIA Formula 3 Championship with Prema Racing.”