Zhou Guanyu Returns to Ferrari as Reserve Driver
Summary
Zhou Guanyu has been appointed as a reserve driver for Ferrari for the 2025 F1 season, joining Antonio Giovinazzi in this role. This marks Zhou's return to Ferrari after a three-year stint with Sauber, where he became the first Chinese driver in F1 and scored the team's only points in the 2024 season. He was part of Ferrari's Driver Academy from 2014 to 2018, providing him with familiarity and support as he reenters the team.
As a reserve driver, Zhou will be available to substitute for main drivers Charles Leclerc or Lewis Hamilton if needed. His goal is to secure a full-time racing position by 2026, a challenging task with new teams like Cadillac entering the grid, which may prefer American drivers. Despite the challenges he faced during his time at Sauber, Zhou remains optimistic about his new role at Ferrari and is eager to contribute to the team's success.