The F2 Italian GP proved a weekend of triumph for Hitech TGR’s Luke Browning, as he secured his maiden pole position and capped it off with his first Feature Race victory. The Briton has demonstrated strong consistency this season, collecting seven podiums and a win so far. After a stellar weekend in Monza, his recent victory has lifted him up to second in Drivers’ Standings, just 21 points adrift of current championship leader Leonardo Fornaroli.
Speaking in the post-Qualifying press conference, attended by Pit Debrief, Browning reflected on the challenges of navigating a competitive Formula 2 season and shared what winning both titles with Hitech would mean to him.
“That’s the nature of the championship” – Browning on navigating the ups and downs
While Browning has enjoyed considerable success this year, his 2025 season hasn’t always been smooth sailing. He candidly admitted that Formula 2 is a constant learning curve that comes with its highs and lows, constantly testing both drivers and teams. The Briton highlighted just how much he’s grown since his days in Formula 3 and stressed the challenges of adapting to the unique demands of an F2 car.
“Naturally, you’re going to have good races, you’re going to have bad races, you’re going to have times where you feel really cohesive with the team and the car and it’s coming together. Sometimes it’s really difficult. You know, sometimes you drive around and you think you’ve done a good lap and it’s not good enough. And that’s the nature of the championship. And I think everyone that’s in Formula 2 often takes massive learning through it.”
“I think Roman [Staněk] touched on it earlier. Yeah, for example, the amount that I’ve learned since Formula 3 in 2023 to now has been huge. And the learning process of how to extract time out of this car, how different that is to a Formula 1 car, how different that is to a Formula 3 car. It’s all different.”
Learning never stops
In continuation, the Hitech driver emphasised the value of learning from others, noting how observing other drivers have helped shaped his own approach. And in just his rookie season alone, it’s fair to say his consistency has impressed many. Despite the challenges and mixed results earlier in the year, Browning believes he has found stronger form and looks ahead with confidence for the remainder of the season.
Browning added: “So trying to apply and just learn from people around me is important. And even learn from other people on the grid. There’s things that you see other drivers do really well and you try and emulate it. And that’s very much it for the start of the year. I think there’s been a few turning points, but there’s also been a few bad rounds. But luckily we’re coming into some good form here. So I’m looking forward to the rest of the year.”
Teams’ title will be as important as the drivers’ for Browning
Browning has remained extremely loyal to Hitech, racing with them every year since 2022. Together, he and the team have celebrated major title successes, most notably his GB3 Championship and Macau Grand Prix victory. The 23 year-old has never shied away from admitting that he hasn’t always had the financial means to fund his racing, which is why the support from both Hitech and Williams Driver Academy has been so impactful in his career. Browning expressed that his ultimate goal would be to secure both F2 titles for Hitech, crediting the team’s management and leadership for transforming his career and life.
“No, I think it’s fair to say I’m a Hitech boy. I’ve been with Hitech since Formula 4. I’ve been through the whole ladder. There’s nothing more I want to win than both the teams and the drivers for the Hitech. I’m very grateful to the man in charge. He’s absolutely changed my life. I want to repay him with a title.”
Heading into the final three rounds, Browning stands to be Fornaroli’s closest challenger for the title. If he maintains his consistency, the Briton could very well claim the 2025 FIA Formula 2 Championship.
