Zhou Guanyu Takes on Reserve Role with Ferrari for 2025 Season

In a significant career move, Zhou Guanyu joins Ferrari as a reserve driver, ready to assist F1 stars Hamilton and Leclerc in 2025.

Chinese racing talent Zhou Guanyu has officially joined the prestigious Scuderia Ferrari team as one of their reserve drivers for the upcoming 2025 Formula 1 season. At just 25 years old, Zhou carries the weight of great expectations as he embarks on this new chapter in his racing career.

Previously a member of the Sauber team, Zhou's tenure there spanned three seasons, during which he displayed his skills through various challenges and triumphs, accumulating a total of 16 points over 68 grand prix races. After parting ways with Sauber at the end of last season, this transition to Ferrari marks a significant step up in his racing journey.

As a reserve driver, Zhou will play a crucial role in supporting the primary drivers, the highly regarded Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc. His duties will include simulator work, which is essential for fine-tuning the car's performance, especially during race weekends. This role is vital as teams seek to ensure optimal car set-up for the demanding challenges of different circuits.

Alongside Zhou, Italian Antonio Giovinazzi is also stepping into a reserve role, bringing experience and familiarity with the Ferrari ecosystem. Giovinazzi has been part of the Ferrari driver program since 2017 and has competed for Alfa Romeo from 2019 to 2021, contributing 21 points during his time racing.

This strategic decision by Ferrari underscores their commitment to nurturing emerging talent while ensuring they have experienced backup options as they continue to compete at the highest level in Formula 1.

With Zhou's background in the Ferrari driver academy from 2015 to 2018, he is no stranger to the team and its high-performance standards. Fans and analysts alike will eagerly observe how Zhou integrates into the team dynamics and contributes to Ferrari’s mission in the 2025 season and beyond.

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