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Future stars of F1?

Five Top drivers under 25 years and interview with them

It is fact that actual F1 drivers are getting old, so managers should start to scan lower series to find proper substitute in 3 to 5 seasons. Knowing that most common age to come to F1 in MRC is about 28 years, I looked at some of best U25 drivers (some of them turned 26 during writing this article).

Can they be future stars of F1?

Where to find
Major F1 seeder in MRC is Indy, next one is DTM. Good U25 drivers are in Indy Junior series, DTM and also in Formula E.


How to find
Mix of results, skills and age. Priority on results. Unplanned skills was bye-bye point. I consider only U25 drivers, that can be in right age in 3 to 5 seasons.


So who are the next generation drivers?

1) Fedor Vasiliev is certain future star with best results from major series. Season best is 3rd at Formula E with amazing first place in actual season. Bright future is near for this driver, if you know, that new Red Bull F1 driver for next season Aurélien Poucette is behind even him with better skills.

2) Roger Relâmpago got his career pumped up really good, with smart choices he made. Driver skills are very high, 2nd place from ETCS opens some doors, DTM is good for jump right to F1, got very high number of offseason races and also, he bought 6% actions of F1 team WAR. If I have to bet my money on one driver to reach F1, with no Brazilian in actual F1, it will be this one. Actual third place in DTM (with no better youngster) should be nice invitation for team bosses.

3) Domi Ochs is bright star from Indy Junior USA. This German has obtained 3rd place at last season with huge lead against same age drivers. This year is though for him with actual fourth.

4) Ayrton Broc is home in Indy Junior International. This is his fourth season here with better result every year. Best is 5th, we will see what’s next.

5) Alexey Lookanyuk is also at Indy Junior International with better actual results. He fights for third with some olders and wtih actual 26 yo leader Patrício Cruz.



If you want to know their steps through seasons then read their (very shortened) answers to my questions:



1) Please describe briefly your career.

Fedor Vasiliev
I started in the Rookie series where I won 3 races, then F3 Benelux and now Formula E.

Roger Relâmpago
I started in F3 Denmark, Finish and Baltic series with best of 2nd place and lot of wins. My next move was Indy Jr. USA, which I think I had my thoughest time adjusting and could only make a 9th place there. Then moved to touring cars by joining ETCS where I manage to grab the 2nd place against all my best expectations. From there to V8 Supercars, a long time dream where I could fight for the 5th but ended up 7th. My latest move was back again to ETCS, where yet again I collected a 2nd place in final standings. Now DTWS Series where I am 3rd.

Domi Ochs
I started with French F3 where I exceeded my expectations with 2nd place. Then there was though seasons against better drivers with no major success.

I wasn’t happy with my progress in two F2 seasons and switched to the Indy jr. Series, where I got 1 win and 8 podiums.

The toughest series was definitely my season in the Formula E, because at this time my driver wasn’t ready for this challenge but he still made good rating progress.

Ayrton Broc
I started in Formula 3 Dutch Series. I made 2 seasons: 4th and then 2nd before making a season in Formula 3 South America Series where I finished 3rd. I attack my 4th season in Indy Junior International with the aim of the final podium and try to hang my first victory.

Alexey Lookyanuk
My name is Alexey Lookyanuk (similiar with Russian Rally driver Alexey Lukyanuk). I'm driving in Indy Light series and hope to achive place in top 3 in the end of season. The most thoughest season was my 3rd season, when I came to F2 too early.


2) What is the major success that you are proud of?

Fedor Vasiliev
Probably my main success is F3 Benelux Series. I became vice champion there.

Roger Relâmpago
I think it would be the two ETCS throphies. It's on the lower edge of the top series, but you start running against the best drivers. I was surprised by the first one, but had to fight harder for the 2nd silver cup, which was also rewarding.


Domi Ochs
My second place in the French F3 was surprising nevertheless my recent third place finish at the Indy jr. is still my biggest success.

Ayrton Broc
My biggest pride is to have played the title until the last Dutch Series race for my second full season against older and more experienced opponents than me. I am also proud to have won the Skoda-Williams Academy U23 in season 22.

Alexey Lookyanuk
3rd place in ECTS at season 22.


3) What are your future plans - which series will be your next step?

Fedor Vasiliev
My plans for the future are Indy Series. I'm going to be there myself. But now I'm completely focused on Formula E where I already took the pole and won the race.

Roger Relâmpago
Right now, I'm starting in DTWS following my sequence in touring series. It has its diferences from ETCS and V8 and you have serious competitors around, like Rocco Rapido, Vanderpuije and Rengards. That's quite a dream come true.

As this series develops, I'll make a decision between another run here (the most likely at this early point) and a final move to my all-time target: Nasc Gold Cup.

Domi Ochs
Not entirely sure about that yet but at the moment i think about moving to the Nascar series for the next and probably some more seasons.

Ayrton Broc
In the future, I plan to run in Indy. Maybe not from next season but within two seasons maximum.

Alexey Lookyanuk
It depends on result of this season - I'm going to stay in Indy Light or move to Formula 2 World series.


4) What is your chances to get F1 seat? Are you in some contact with F1 managers? (Or are you linked somehow through your local comunity?)

Fedor Vasiliev
I'm still too early to think about F1, I'm still young:-) I think in 28 years it will be possible to return to this issue.


Roger Relâmpago
In the long term I do consider F1 if an opportunity presents itself. I'm training myself for that.

Currently, my manager - Mr. Rogerius - is a shareholder at WAR team. I'm not on any formal contact for a F1 seat there, as I still have a long way in terms of training and strategy to be at a suitable level, but it would be cool to eventually become the 2nd Brazilian ever to driver for WAR after our national legend, Juca Macieira.

Domi Ochs
Till now I did not speak with any managers but if I continue to improve myself every season, my chances are good for the future... I guess :)

Ayrton Broc
F1, I do not think too much. If it should happen, so much better, but I do not make it a goal at all costs. I do not fix it because there are many drivers today who have a level that should allow them to access it. So… Wait and see.

Alexey Lookyanuk
It's too early to plan this right know. I have to race 2-3 season in other series before try to enter F1.


5) Can you give 3 advices to youngsters to get in a major series?

Fedor Vasiliev
The road to F1 is very complex and thorny. To start a career in a professional team, you will have to focus on this all the attention and a lot of training.
It's right to choose a series and the main thing is not to rush to go to a higher series.


Roger Relâmpago
A) Train. If it's sunny, you train. If it rains, you train. No matter what, you train. Training is paramout for racing. You can’t pretend it's just the matter of getting a top car and all will be well. It won’t if you dont have the correct qualities. And you should look into the attributes you have and which of them you'll work on first to get results. That's the trick in the game. Training, everyone can do, but can you do the RIGHT training?

B) Keep an eye on your money. Without money you can't do training. That's bad enough. You won’t be able to hire the appropriate pitcrew to help you out in races, strategies, pits and sponsors. Money will never be enough, so make sure you boost up your rating by a correct season series selection and strategy.

C) Try out some series. If you stick to one kind of series, you may become a master at it, but you should look higher and think in the variety of possibilities all those series offer. You'll always be learning something from changing series type.


Domi Ochs
1) start your driver at a young age
2) manage your budget well
3) the most important thing is to be patient and of course have fun playing the game ^^

Ayrton Broc
First of all, pay attention to the choice of series to start so as not to burn their wings too quickly, listen to the advice of the elders and be patient. But above all, to have fun.

Alexey Lookyanuk
Do no hesitate to ask question to oldies drivers.
Look for the best drivers and they strategy.
Never give up.


Guys, thank you for your answers, really, really thanks for your quick cooperation. Sorry for taking it too long to publish and once again, sorry for cutting answers to shortest possible version. Good luck to your careers and hope to see you rolling.

Link to those drivers: F1 managers, do not hesitate to PM them ;)

Fedor Vasiliev - https://tinyurl.com/y9fcal84
Roger Relâmpago - https://tinyurl.com/ybjw548w
Domi Ochs - tinyurl.com/yaxzmkzn
Ayrton Broc - tinyurl.com/ybh4e8xp
Alexey Lookyanuk - tinyurl.com/ydzyxrum