Pit Debrief

Lily-May Watkins discusses her move from karts to cars, and the role of sim racing, mindset, and GB4 preparation.

Racing up the ladder | Lily-May Watkins on mindset, sim racing and support in her journey from karts to GB4

Karishma Persad2 weeks ago3 weeks ago08 mins

Lily-May Watkins continues to build her motorsport career with clarity and intent as she prepares for the GB4 Championship. In an exclusive interview with Pit Debrief, she reflected on her transition from karting to cars, the role of simulation in driver development, and the importance of mindset in a highly competitive environment. As her journey…

Robinson on his rise through the motorsport ranks—from karting to Formula 4 and prototypes—showcasing resilience, adaptability, and determination.

Racing up the ladder | Leo Robinson on adapting to racing across multiple motorsport disciplines

Karishma Persad2 weeks ago3 weeks ago07 mins

Leo Robinson has quickly ascended the ranks of motorsport, from his early karting days to his newest chapter in the Le Mans Cup. Known for his resilience, adaptability, and laser focus on self-improvement, Robinson has overcome significant challenges in his career. In an exclusive interview with Pit Debrief, he reflected on the key moments of…

Emmilio Del Grosso on identity, heritage, and using motorsport success to inspire Venezuela and expand access for future drivers worldwide.

Racing up the ladder | “Every little step I made was crucial” — Emmilio Valentino Del Grosso on his journey in motorsport

Karishma Persad3 weeks ago4 weeks ago017 mins

In an exclusive interview with Pit Debrief, Emmilio Valentino Del Grosso offered a detailed and reflective look into the experiences that have shaped his path in motorsport so far. At just 16 years old, his journey already reflects an uncommon level of maturity, shaped not only by time on track but also by the challenges…

Enzo Hallman charts his rise from Swedish karting champion to GB4 contender, sharing insights on growth, adaptability and mindset.

Racing up the ladder | “2021 was the year where it clicked for me” — Enzo Hallman on his journey from karting in Sweden to GB4

Karishma Persad4 weeks ago4 weeks ago010 mins

In an exclusive interview with Pit Debrief, Enzo Hallman reflected on his journey through motorsport, from his early days of karting in Sweden to competing on the international stage in GB4. Born in Jönköping in 2007, the young Swedish driver has quickly progressed through the ranks, building a reputation as one of the sport’s promising…

Lily-May Watkins charts her journey from karting to GB4, sharing insight on mindset, challenges, and women in motorsport today.

Racing up the ladder | “This is what I want to do for life” — Lily-May Watkins on discovering motorsport and her journey to GB4

Karishma Persad4 weeks ago4 weeks ago07 mins

Lily-May Watkins’ motorsport journey stands out for its immediacy and direction. While many drivers take years to define their ambitions, Watkins identified hers almost instantly and has pursued it with consistent focus ever since. From her first experience in karting at Rye House in 2019 to her current journey in GB4, Watkins has shown both…

Racing up the ladder | “You just have to keep on going” — Leo Robinson and the lessons learned from his early motorsport journey

Karishma Persad4 weeks ago1 month ago05 mins

Leo Robinson, a young British-Algerian racing driver, has been making waves in the motorsport world with his remarkable progression from karting to car racing. Known for his resilience and adaptability, Leo has already garnered attention at multiple levels of competition, including Formula 4 and sports car racing. In an exclusive interview with Pit Debrief, Robinson…

Juan Manuel Correa on his journey from karting to F4, and the skills, resilience and international success that he carries into Indy NXT.

Exclusive | From karting dreams in Ecuador to F4 in Europe — Correa on his foundations in motorsport

Karishma Persad4 weeks ago4 weeks ago08 mins

Juan Manuel Correa’s journey through the junior racing ranks highlights both the ambition and challenges inherent in forging a professional motorsport career. Like many drivers, Correa began his motorsport journey in karting, where early success and natural talent laid the groundwork for a step up to F4 and a future in single-seaters. However, key moves…

Shane Chandaria has a journey from Kenya karting to F4 champion that reveals resilience, growth, and passion driving his rise in motorsport.

Racing up the ladder | “Just keep going, don’t give up”—Shane Chandaria on his early days in motorsport and the lessons learnt in Kenya and beyond

Karishma Persad1 month ago1 week ago08 mins

Like many young drivers emerging from non-traditional motorsport nations, like Kenya, Shane Chandaria has built his career through persistence, adaptability, and an unwavering belief in his own potential. From his early days in Kenya—where circuit racing infrastructure remains limited compared to Europe—to becoming the 2025 FIA Indian F4 champion, his rise reflects both determination and…

Henry Mercier explains race mindset, Qualifying pressure, consistency, and simulator use in his approach to F4 ahead of 2026 campaign.

Racing up the ladder | Henry Mercier on his motorsport journey defined by growth, mindset and momentum

Karishma Persad1 month ago1 week ago010 mins

Henry Mercier’s motorsport journey continues to stand out for its pace, clarity, and intent. While many drivers spend years gradually progressing through karting, Mercier compressed that development into a short but highly formative period. His motorsport journey reflects not only natural ability, but also a strong mindset and an environment that enabled Mercier to grow…

Thomas Bearman shares his vision for F4, endurance racing, and a future motorsport career, blending ambition, versatility, and growth.

Racing up the ladder: “I don’t think it’s ever stopped being fun” — Thomas Bearman reflects on karting beginnings and first steps into competitive motorsport

Karishma Persad2 months ago2 months ago05 mins

Like many young drivers, Thomas Bearman began his motorsport journey in karting at a young age. Those early years laid the foundation for his development, introducing him to the demands and rhythm of competitive racing while still keeping the experience rooted in enjoyment. As his career has progressed, the environment around him has become more…