Motorsport.com Italy has reported that the Rosin family has stepped away from PREMA Racing, bringing one of the longest-standing family-led chapters in junior single-seater history to a close. That decision has prompted renewed focus on how deeply the family’s influence shaped the team from its very foundations.
Angelo Rosin founded PREMA in 1983 in Veneto as a small Italian operation. From the outset, he prioritised discipline, structure and long-term driver development. As a result, the team expanded steadily rather than aggressively. Over time, PREMA evolved into a benchmark organisation for drivers aiming to reach the highest levels of single-seater racing.
A family-led identity
Throughout its history, PREMA functioned as far more than a conventional racing team. Instead, it operated as a family-driven organisation built on clearly defined values. Grazia Troncon, Angelo Rosin’s wife, played a central role behind the scenes, while René Rosin and Angelina Ertsou later took on senior management responsibilities.
Earlier this week, however, all three resigned simultaneously. Although PREMA has issued no official explanation, the scale and timing of the departure clearly signalled the end of a leadership structure that had remained intact for decades.
Adapting through ownership transitions
Over the years, the Rosin family guided PREMA through several ownership changes. Between 2015 and 2021, Lawrence Stroll controlled the team through a company linked to his wider business interests. During that period, PREMA oversaw Lance Stroll’s entire single-seater career, guiding him from the end of karting to his Formula 1 debut.
Throughout that phase, the Rosin family remained closely involved. Consequently, PREMA absorbed commercial change while preserving its cultural identity. In doing so, the team maintained continuity during a period of increasing professionalism across junior motorsport.
In 2021, PREMA entered another important phase when DC Racing Solutions Ltd., a Swiss-based company led by Deborah Mayer, assumed ownership. From that point onward, the team broadened its ambitions. PREMA launched programmes in the FIA World Endurance Championship and European Le Mans Series, while also confirming its intention to enter the IndyCar Series from 2025. At the same time, the organisation continued to invest heavily in Formula 4, Formula Regional, Formula 3 and Formula 2, thereby retaining its central role within the FIA single-seater ladder.
A step into IndyCar
The Rosin family’s departure from PREMA Racing is also expected to bring about significant leadership changes at the team’s US operations, even as drivers Robert Shwartzman and Callum Ilott are expected to remain. The most recent era of PREMA has seen the Italian team expand into IndyCar, with René Rosin at the helm as Team Principal.
Despite early operational hurdles, the team did enjoy moments of success, with rookie Robert Shwartman, a graduate of the PREMA Racing F2 team in 2021, claiming pole at the 2025 Indianapolis 500, marking a historic achievement. While the team reportedly plans to continue to invest in personnel and infrastructure, the exit of Rosin leaves the future direction of PREMA’s IndyCar programme open under new leadership. Whether the team will retain the PREMA name, however, remains to be seen.
A history of undeniable success
Across more than forty years of competition, PREMA has claimed over seventy drivers’ and teams’ championships. However, those achievements represent only part of the story. More significantly, PREMA has established itself as a trusted development partner for several Formula 1 junior programmes.
Through long-standing collaboration with Ferrari, Mercedes, Red Bull, Renault, Toyota and Williams, the team has shaped successive generations of elite drivers. Nine drivers currently competing in Formula 1 previously raced for PREMA. More recently, Kimi Antonelli, Oliver Bearman and Arvid Lindblad have followed the same pathway, reinforcing the team’s continued relevance.
Beyond results and statistics, PREMA has also built its reputation on relationships. Two years ago, the team celebrated its 40th anniversary in Venice, welcoming sixty former drivers from around the world. That gathering reflected the lasting bonds formed during their time with the team.
A new era without its founding family
Now, with the Rosin family set to depart, PREMA stands at a critical juncture. On one hand, the team retains its infrastructure, technical expertise and competitive ambition. On the other hand, leadership will inevitably shape how the organisation evolves in the years ahead.
Ultimately, PREMA is expected to continue racing, developing talent and pursuing success. Nevertheless, the departure of the Rosin family marks the end of a historic era. Their legacy extends far beyond trophies, leaving behind a cultural and sporting foundation that will continue to influence PREMA’s future long after this transition.
