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Name | Gabriel Bortoleto |
Country | ![]() |
Height | 1.84 meter / 6 feet |
Place of Birth | São Paulo |
Date of Birth | Oct 14th 2004 - 20 years old |
Season Entries | 1 (Rookie) |
Car Number | 5 |
First Race | 2025 Australian F1 GP |
Last Race | 2025 Australian F1 GP |
Best Qualifying | 15th - 2025 Australian F1 GP |
Best Result | 16th - 2025 Australian F1 GP |
F1 Teams History | Sauber (2025) |
Gabriel Bortoleto F1 Stats | |
Grand Prix Entries | 1 |
Grand Prix Starts | 1 |
Total Points | 0.00 |
Avg. Points per GP | 0.00 |
Grand Prix Wins | 0 |
Pole Positions | 0 |
Avg. GP Grid | 15.0 |
GP Podiums | 0 |
GP Fastest Laps | 0 |
GP Points Finish | 0 |
Avg. GP Position | |
GP Retirements | 1 (100,0%) |
GP DNF's | 1 (100,0%) |
Total GP Laps | 45 |
Ladies and gentlemen, start your engines and prepare to meet Brazil's latest motorsport sensation: Gabriel Bortoleto. This young dynamo is not just warming the bench; he's revving up to take the Formula 1 world by storm as he joins the Kick Sauber team for the 2025 season. Let's dive into the journey of this racing prodigy who's been burning rubber since he could tie his shoelaces.
Born on October 14, 2004, in Osasco, São Paulo, Gabriel Lourenzo Bortoleto Oliveira didn't just watch cars zoom by; he chased after them. With a father deeply entrenched in the motorsport industry, young Gabriel had gasoline in his veins from the get-go. By the tender age of seven, he was already making a name for himself in the competitive world of karting, clinching multiple national titles and showcasing a flair for speed that left many in his dust.
In 2020, at just 15, Gabriel shifted gears into the Italian F4 Championship with Prema Powerteam. He didn't just participate; he dominated, securing a win and multiple podium finishes that had everyone asking, "Who's this kid?" But he wasn't stopping there. The following year, he took on the Formula Regional European Championship with FA Racing by MP Motorsport. While the competition was fierce, Gabriel's perseverance paid off with a podium finish at the Red Bull Ring, proving he was more than just a flash in the pan.
2023 was the year Gabriel decided to put the pedal to the metal. Joining Trident Racing in the FIA Formula 3 Championship, he didn't just compete; he conquered. With two victories and a series of podium finishes, he clinched the championship title, leaving his competitors eating his dust. Not one to rest on his laurels, Gabriel stepped up to the FIA Formula 2 Championship in 2024 with Invicta Racing. His rookie season was nothing short of spectacular, with two wins and consistent performances that crowned him the champion. Talk about a meteoric rise!
The buzz around Gabriel's talent couldn't be ignored. In November 2024, Kick Sauber announced they'd signed the Brazilian prodigy for the 2025 Formula 1 season, pairing him with the seasoned Nico Hülkenberg. This move not only marks Gabriel's entry into the pinnacle of motorsport but also heralds the return of a full-time Brazilian driver to F1 since Felipe Massa hung up his helmet in 2017. The anticipation is palpable, and fans are eager to see Gabriel bring his championship-winning flair to the grand stage.
Off the track, Gabriel keeps his life in the fast lane relatively private. He's been in a relationship with Isabella Bernardini, a computer science student specializing in cybersecurity, since their teenage years. When he's not racing, Gabriel draws inspiration from F1 legends like Ayrton Senna, Fernando Alonso, and Max Verstappen. Fun fact: Alonso isn't just an idol; he's Gabriel's manager, guiding his career through the twists and turns of professional racing.
As Gabriel Bortoleto prepares to make his Formula 1 debut, the motorsport world watches with bated breath. His rapid ascent through the racing ranks, combined with his undeniable talent and determination, suggests that he's not just here to participate—he's here to win. So, buckle up, F1 fans; Gabriel Bortoleto is ready to take us all on one exhilarating ride!
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Year | Team | Engine | GP | 1st | 2nd | 3rd | Pod | Pole | Laps | FL | Avg Pts | Points |
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![]() | Ferrari | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 45 | 0 | 0.00 | 0 |
DNF | 1 Time |
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1 | 2025 | 2025 Australian F1 GP | 5 | Sauber | Ferrari | 15 | DNF | Spun off | 0 |
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Year | Team | Team Mate | Best Pos | Points | Wins | Poles | Pos | Quali | ||||||
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2025 | Sauber | Nico Hülkenberg | 16 | 7 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
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