Drivex School has confirmed that Filippo Fiorentino will remain with the team for the 2026 Eurocup-3 season, making a significant leap in his racing career. This move sees Fiorentino transition from Formula 4 to a full-time role in the Eurocup-3 Championship. The series will introduce a new technical ruleset in 2026, featuring the Dallara 326 chassis and Toyota engines. Rather than moving up to Formula Regional, as he did during his two Eurocup-3 appearances in 2025, Fiorentino is now set to tackle the challenges of Eurocup-3 head-on.
A year of learning and growth with Drivex
Fiorentino, who is 17 years old, had a mixed season in Eurocup-3 during his two race weekends in 2025. Competing at Assen and Spa-Francorchamps, he finished no higher than 20th in any of his four races. However, this did not discourage the young Brazilian. His main focus with Drivex was on Formula 4, where he showed resilience and determination despite the challenges. In the Spanish F4 Winter Championship, he ended the season in 14th place, before finishing 20th in the main Spanish F4 Championship.
Reflecting on his journey with Drivex, Fiorentino shared his thoughts on social media:
“Today marks exactly one year since I officially joined the Drivex team,” Fiorentino wrote, reflecting on his time with the team. “It’s been a year full of challenges, ups and downs, moments of pressure and also learnings that I will never forget. Nothing was easy, but still, we never gave up. Together we keep pushing, growing and overcoming every obstacle with hard work, dedication and a desire to improve.”
Despite the initial challenges, Fiorentino’s persistence and determination were clear. His first season with Drivex saw him achieve five points finishes, with a best result of fifth place. However, in the following season, Fiorentino faced more difficulties, managing to finish in the top 10 in only two of 21 races. Nonetheless, he became the second-highest placed of Drivex’s regular drivers, which underscores his consistent development.
“2025 was intense, but it also made me see how special this team is,” Fiorentino reflected. “And now, with all that I’ve learned, I sincerely hope that 2026 will be an even better year, full of growth, results and, most of all, this spirit of togetherness that brought us here.”
Expanding experience across multiple championships
Fiorentino’s racing experience extends beyond Spain. Back in his home country of Brazil, he has competed in entry-level single-seaters since 2022. Last year, he finished 10th in the Brazilian F4 Championship, achieving a win and two podiums from just four rounds. This year, despite missing the season opener, Fiorentino sits in second place in the standings. Furthermore, he won twice in the Formula 1-supporting non-championship round, further demonstrating his potential and skill.
In addition to his success in Brazilian F4, Fiorentino has also raced in Italian F4. With this diverse experience, he will only be new to four of the eight circuits on the 2026 Eurocup-3 calendar. This gives him a significant advantage as he adapts to the new series, knowing that he is familiar with much of the competition’s tracks.
As Fiorentino steps into Eurocup-3 for the 2026 season, he will face several new challenges, particularly with the introduction of the Dallara 326 chassis and Toyota engines. However, Fiorentino’s extensive background in junior single-seaters provides him with a strong foundation for success. His experience in Formula 4 has already shown his ability to adapt to different challenges, and now, with the new technical regulations in Eurocup-3, he is poised to take on these hurdles and make a lasting impact in the championship.
