Gianna Pascoal is set to make history by becoming the first Female driver from South Africa to get a seat in the FIA Snr Academy. The 2025 championship is set to take place in 10 rounds across Europe. For the next 8 months, Gianna will be competing against competitors from across the world to win the coveted 2025 FIA Karting Championship Trophy. Previous winners include Richard Verschoor and Charles Leclerc.

“It’s quite exciting. I’m feeling pretty confident about this new chapter and adventure. I’m a little nervous but more excited than anything. I’m probably looking forward to the racing and the opportunities that are going to open for me. I’m also really excited to meet new people.” Gianna said about the upcoming opportunity. She joins a select few that are chosen to participate and hopes to make a good impression with her extraordinary skill.

“Our drivers results are a testimony to the hard work behind the scenes on developing the talent and not being short sighted. The mission is for them to start a career internationally, not be a hobby driver.” Coach Wes continued to talk about the kinds of networking and conversations that are had behind the scenes to ensure Worr Drivers are given the opportunities they earn. He concluded that “Gianna has shown she is ready to take on the best, and she will!”