Rafael Villagómez Archives - Motorsport

Rafael Villagómez is the first driver from Mexico to compete in the new era of F2 (established 2019)

Exclusive: “Obviously, I’m very proud to carry the flag” — Rafael Villagómez on representing Mexico in F2 and fan support

Karishma Persad2 weeks ago2 weeks ago06 mins mins

Rafael Villagómez has steadily built his name across Europe’s single-seater ladder, combining quiet determination with a deep sense of national pride. From a single karting lap at age four to competing at the pinnacle of junior motorsport, the FIA Formula 2 Championship, his path has been one of persistence and patience. Now racing in F2…

Van Amersfoort Racing's Rafael Villagómez of Mexico currently competing in the 2025 FIA Formula 2 Championship

Exclusive: Rafael Villagómez on the journey from a chance kart lap to Formula 2 with Van Amersfoort Racing

Karishma Persad3 weeks ago3 weeks ago07 mins mins

In an exclusive interview with Pit Debrief, Mexico’s Rafael Villagómez—now racing in FIA Formula 2 with Van Amersfoort Racing—recounted how a chance visit to a kart track at age four became a weekly obsession, evolving from a single promised lap into a disciplined routine that balanced schoolwork with near-daily practice; although a family move to…

Rafael Villagómez, Van Amersfoort Racing, F2, 2025 Baku Round, Azerbaijan GP

“The goal is to win” – Villagómez targets F2 Sprint victory after claiming reverse grid pole in Baku

Karishma Persad2 months ago2 months ago04 mins mins

Rafael Villagómez is setting his sights on victory in Saturday’s 2025 Azerbaijan GP Sprint Race following a dramatic and chaotic F2 Qualifying session at the Baku City Circuit. Despite a series of obstacles, the Van Amersfoort Racing driver has emerged from the session with the reverse grid pole position, giving him a strong starting point…

Rafael Villagómez, Van Amersfoort Racing, 2025 Italian GP, F2 Monza

“To lose it inside the last five laps is painful” – Villagómez on missing Monza F2 Feature Race podium

Karishma Persad2 months ago2 months ago06 mins mins

Rafael Villagómez left Monza with a strong sense of progress after one of his best weekends so far in the 2025 F2 season. Villagómez was firmly in the fight for a podium during the F2 Feature Race at the 2025 Italian GP, running in the top four throughout, before narrowly missing out on a top-three…

Post-race penalties at Belgian GP drop Lindblad to 17th in F2 Sprint; Villagómez has his time penalty overturned.

Fornaroli inherits fastest lap point following Lindblad penalty; Villagómez cleared

Karishma Persad3 months ago3 months ago03 mins mins

Following Saturday’s 2025 F2 Belgian GP Sprint Race at Spa-Francorchamps, post-race investigations by the Stewards have led to significant changes in the final classification due to penalties. Most notably, Arvid Lindblad has been penalised for a collision at the restart, while Rafael Villagómez has had his in-race penalty revoked following a successful review. Lindblad penalised…

Rafael Villagómez claims first F2 podium in Barcelona but inconsistency leaves him 16th in the standings after a turbulent 2025 season.

2025 F2 Season Review after Round 6: Rafael Villagómez

Karishma Persad5 months ago5 months ago07 mins mins

Rafael Villagómez secured his first FIA F2 podium with a third-place finish in the Sprint Race at the 2025 Barcelona F2 Round. The Van Amersfoort Racing driver returned to the rostrum for the first time since claiming second place in the 2023 Formula Regional Middle East Championship. Although a significant personal milestone, the result at…

Formula 2 grid during Feature Race start at F2 Spanish GP.

F2: The winners and losers of the Spanish GP

Yi Xing Lim5 months ago5 months ago08 mins mins

This past weekend, the F2 Spanish GP marked the final round of what has been a busy and eventful European triple-header. It was a weekend filled with highs and lows for drivers. However, emerging from the weekend Campos Racing’s Arvid Lindblad and MP Motorsport’s Richard Verschoor joined the repeat-winners club in 2025. After topping Free…

Rafael Villagómez secures his first F2 podium at Barcelona after a late Safety Car gamble pays off in a dramatic 2025 Sprint Race.

Villagómez “pretty happy” after maiden F2 podium in 2025 Barcelona Sprint Race

Karishma Persad5 months ago5 months ago07 mins mins

Van Amersfoort Racing’s Rafael Villagómez secured his first-ever Formula 2 podium after a chaotic 2025 Barcelona F2 Sprint Race at the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya. The Mexican driver, currently in his second F2 season, capitalised on a late-race Safety Car to switch tyres and crossed the finish line in third place. MP Motorsport’s Richard Verschoor took…

As the first triple header of the 2025 F2 season nears its conclusion, Van Amersfoort Racing’s Rafael Villagómez is setting his sights on a competitive weekend at the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya.

Villagómez aiming for a strong 2025 Barcelona F2 Qualifying to end European triple header on a high

Karishma Persad5 months ago5 months ago06 mins mins

As the first triple header of the 2025 F2 season nears its conclusion, Van Amersfoort Racing’s Rafael Villagómez is setting his sights on a competitive weekend at the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya. The Mexican driver, currently 16th in the Drivers’ Championship with only four points, spoke candidly ahead of the Spanish round, reflecting on past experiences…

F2 cars on track at the Monaco GP during the Sprint Race on Saturday.

F2: The winners and losers of the Monaco GP

Yi Xing Lim5 months ago5 months ago011 mins mins

The fifth round of the F2 2025 season unfolded at the Monaco GP this past weekend, delivering a chaotic and eventful spectacle. Heading into the second round of the triple header, Rodin’s Alex Dunne led the championship. All eyes turned to him as the Irishman looked to build on his strong weekend in Imola, where…