Newly crowned FIA F3 Champion Rafael Câmara of Brazil continues to draw attention after an exceptional rookie season with Trident. Following his title-clinching performance at the 2025 F3 Hungarian GP, Câmara spoke about the road ahead, his national pride, and the surge of Brazilian talent in international motorsport. During the post-race press conference, he addressed questions about a possible early move to F2 and reflected on the significance of joining a new wave of Brazilian champions in the FIA junior categories.
No F2 debut confirmed for 2025
With his FIA F3 campaign nearing its end, speculation has grown around whether Câmara might step into a F2 car before the season concludes. While the idea of an early debut appeals to many, Câmara clarified that no plans have been finalised. He explained that the focus remains on securing the best opportunity for 2026 before making any decisions about racing this year.
“This year, no, I don’t know yet. Still a lot of things to see. First need to see which team I will go next year. And then, obviously, it would be good, I think, maybe to do some races to have some experience for next year. But for the moment, no.”
Câmara has taken a deliberate and strategic approach to his career progression. Rather than rushing into F2, he aims to gather experience in a structured manner that ensures long-term development.
Câmara joins Brazil’s growing list of junior champions
Câmara’s 2025 title win extends a remarkable run of success for Brazilian drivers across the FIA’s F2 and F3 categories. In recent years, Felipe Drugovich claimed the F2 title in 2022, while Gabriel Bortoleto secured the F3 crown in 2023. Câmara now becomes the third Brazilian in four years to win a championship in a FIA junior series, continuing the country’s resurgence in the sport.
“And then, yeah, happy to be the third Brazilian that has won a FIA F3. I mean, F2 and F3 in this group means that we, I think, we Brazilians, we are in a good level. I think we have plenty of good drivers.”
Câmara spoke with pride about his national identity and the strength of Brazil’s current talent pool. His success stands not only as a personal milestone but also as part of a larger trend in which Brazilian drivers are reclaiming a prominent place in the international racing landscape. For a nation that produced world champions like Ayrton Senna, Nelson Piquet, and Emerson Fittipaldi, these recent victories represent a return to form.
Motivation through shared success
Câmara also highlighted the motivational power of watching his compatriots succeed. Observing the achievements of Drugovich and Bortoleto has helped push him forward, especially during the more challenging moments of the season. That shared success has fostered a spirit of determination among young Brazilian racers aiming to reach the top.
“And, yeah, I think also to see them doing a good job keeps me motivated to keep going and to do my best.”
That sense of collective momentum has become an important source of inspiration. As Rafael Câmara prepares for the final round of the season in Monza, his attention gradually shifts to the challenges of F2. With maturity beyond his years, he continues to balance ambition with patience. He embraces his role as a standard-bearer for Brazilian motorsport and remains focused on building a strong foundation for future success at the highest level.
