Brando Badoer joins Rodin Motorsport for the 2026 Formula 3 season

Rodin Motorsport have confirmed their first driver signing for the next Formula 3 season, with Brando Badoer set to race for them in 2026.

The 19-year-old is set to return for a second campaign in F3, achieving a best result of P6 in the Budapest Sprint Race and finishing 25th in the Drivers’ Standings in 2025.

Also in 2025, the Italian finished fourth in Formula Regional Middle East Championship.

Prior to that, Badoer achieved seven podiums on his way to finishing fifth in the 2024 Formula Regional European Championship by Alpine.

The 19-year-old will now return for another season in Formula 3, and he is glad to be doing so with Rodin.

“I’m super excited to be joining the Rodin F3 team for next season,” said Badoer. “I can’t wait to get it started, full push!”

Rodin Motorsport’s Sporting Director Benn Huntingford added: “We’re delighted to welcome Brando to Rodin Motorsport for FIA F3 in 2026. He’s shown great speed and maturity, and we’re confident he’ll make a strong impact with the team.”