Keanu Al Azhari to represent UAE with 'immense pride' after landing F3 contract for 2027
Keanu Al Azhari says he can't wait to test himself in Formula 3 after being named in Hitech's three-man line-up for the 2027 championship. The 18-year-old racer joins as a rookie alongside the returning Kanato Le and Michael Shin, having progressed through the ranks with the team. After two years in Formula 4, in which he finished runner-up in the Spanish F4 championship, Al Azhari joined…
Emirati teenager Keanu Al Azhari, the son of a prominent UAE business figure, has been named as Hitech's first driver for the 2027 Formula 3 championship. The 18-year-old, who has been a part of the Alpine Academy since March 2025, joins the F3 support programme with veteran racers Kanato Le and Michael Shin. Al Azhari's progression through the ranks began with two years of Formula 4 racing, where he secured second place in the Spanish F4 championship.
In 2025, he joined Hitech's GB3 team, achieving one victory, six podiums, and three pole positions, which helped him finish sixth in the championship.
Al Azhari expressed immense pride in representing his nation at such a high level, stating that becoming the first Emirati driver in FIA F3 is a milestone he carries with great honor. He hopes his achievement will inspire upcoming drivers across the region to pursue their dreams without limits. Hitech's F3 team manager, Paul Bellringer, praised Al Azhari's development over the past two seasons, highlighting his potential for success in the upcoming championship.
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