Zoe Florescu Potolea, has been selected to progress to the final stage at the renowned Ferrari Driver Academy in Maranello in November, for the FIA-FDA Karting Scouting Camp.
At 13 years old, after completing the FiA Karting European Championship and the RGMMC Champions of the Future with Birel ART Racing Team, Zoe Florescu Potolea is undeniably one of the big names of the European karting scene.
Originally from Romania, Zoe is representing Italy in the FIA Girls on Track – Rising Stars programme and was among the youngest entrants having to compete against 8 of the most talented female junior drivers selected from 80 applications submitted by 142 countries ASN’s.
Supervised by FIA Women in Motorsport, Ferrari Driver Academy and Winfield Racing School staff, Girls on Track – Rising Stars program helps the contest winner in her ladder to F1. The junior winner will participate in an international karting season with the support of the Ferrari Driver Academy, and a Formula 4 season in Italy with Iron Dames colors as Ferrari Driver Academy member is part of the prize for the senior winner.
The Commission considered not only the driving skills, but also the personality, mental attitude, and physical shape, which are crucial for a racing driver.
Zoe comments: “it’s one of the most beautiful days of my career. I really gave it all, enjoying and learning from every moment of this contest. I’ve been welcomed by very professional people who helped me a lot on my progress. I want to say thank to FIA Women in Motorsport for this opportunity, to FDA and Winfield staff for their help, and in particular to my Birel ART Racing Team staff for preparing me the best way possible during these past months. Now let’s get ready for Maranello!”