KICKING OFF THE ITALIAN F4 SEASON AT MISANO
Rollercoaster Weekend in Misano
The 2025 Italian F4 season kicked off at Misano, and for Finnish driver Luka Sammalisto, the weekend was a whirlwind of highs, setbacks, and valuable learning experiences. Representing US Racing, Luka came into the event with strong pace and determination—delivering a standout P4 in qualifying and even celebrating a podium finish in Race 1, before a post-race penalty dropped him to P7.
Glimpses of Progress Despite the Challenges
Race 2 was shaping up well with Luka running P6 before a technical issue forced him to retire early. And while Race 4 brought a result to forget after another penalty, it also highlighted just how quickly things can shift in motorsport -and how important it is to stay mentally strong.
Through it all, Luka remained positive, acknowledging his own driving mistakes and viewing them as opportunities for quick improvement.
Weekend Summary
- Qualified P4—showing strong one-lap pace.
- Race 1: Finished P7 after podium result was impacted by penalty.
- Race 2: Retired due to technical issue while running in the top 10.
- Race 3: P28 after penalty.
- Major learning steps in managing race dynamics and technical feedback.
Ready to Bounce Back
Despite the unpredictability, Luka showed flashes of serious pace and potential. With the support of US Racing and a clear mindset on development, he’s more motivated than ever to turn lessons into results. The next round of the Italian F4 Championship presents a fresh opportunity—and Luka is already focused on coming back stronger.
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