Carlin has confirmed the signing of Red Bull Junior driver and 2020 ADAC Formula 4 champion Jonny Edgar to its FIA Formula 3 line-up for 2021.
The 16-year-old Briton stepped up to single-seater competition in 2019 and for 2020 moved into Formula 4 in the Germany-based championship.
Edgar claimed six wins to succeed Sauber-backed Theo Pourchaire as the champion and for 2021 will make the step up to FIA Formula 3.
“I’m thrilled to be joining Carlin and stepping up to the FIA F3 Championship this season,” said Edgar.
“I know there will be a lot of hard work ahead but it’s such a prestigious series and on the F1 support calendar, it’s where every driver aims to be. I’m hugely grateful for the continued support of Dr. Helmut Marko and Red Bull Junior team, who make this possible.
“I experienced the FIA F3 car in the post-season tests at the end of last year and really enjoyed the increase in power and technicality of the car which is a real step up from what I’m used to.
“Since then, I’ve also enjoyed my time at the Carlin workshop and feel like we’ve already started to work well together. I can’t wait to get back in the car again when pre-season testing starts in February.”
Carlin ended its 2020 F3 campaign eighth in the Teams’ Standings, one place higher than its finishing position the year before. Team Principal Trevor Carlin commented he is “very proud” to add to Edgar to his ranks for the upcoming campaign.
“Jonny is a really exciting young talent and we’re very proud to have him join us and continue our relationship with the Red Bull Junior Team,” he said.
“The FIA F3 Championship is one of the most competitive in the world and in a series where consistency is key, the pressure on rookies in a 30-car field is immense.
“However, Jonny has shown he has great talent and we have been working incredibly hard over the winter to deliver a competitive package to help him achieve his potential. He’s been a delight to work with in the factory and I look forward to seeing what he can achieve this season.”
