JAKARTA - Ferrari has recruited 14-year-old Australian racer James Wharton into their riders' academy by offering the opportunity to take part in Formula 1.
However, Wharton had to wait until he was 15 years old, the minimum age in that category.
The racer who idolized his compatriot, Daniel Ricciardo, won the Scouting World Finals Ferrari Academi talent search event defeating five other young riders from around the world at the evaluation camp in Maranello, Italy, Ferrari headquarters.
"He has an extraordinary natural pace and he combines that with the ability to listen to and put into practice the advice given to him," academy head Marco Matassa said as quoted by Reuters by Reuters on Wednesday, December 9.
"... his positive behavior, his ability as a team player and his cheerful nature make him a perfect fit for motor racing."
The Ferrari Academy has launched a number of talented young riders into Formula 1 such as Mick Schumacher, the son of seven times world champion Michael Schumacher, who recently secured a contract with the Haas team.
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