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Why 13 isn't unlucky for Prema's James Wharton
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FRECA's James Wharton joins me as he discusses his task of getting into FIA Formula 3 in 2025 and a debut in Australia.
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Join us for an exclusive and in-depth interview with 17-year-old racing sensation James Wharton, a young talent from Australia currently competing in the Formula Regional European Championship by Alpine racing for Prema and aiming for a coveted spot in FIA Formula 3 with his current team next year! In this video, you'll get an inside look at James's journey from his early days as a karting enthusiast inspired by his father's motorsport legacy to becoming a standout performer in the racing world. As a former F4 UAE star and title champion Euro 4, James showcases his determination, grit, and maturity, despite facing challenges and setbacks, including a dramatic crash at Spa-Francorchamps.
Discover how James balances his intense racing career with personal hobbies like golf and training, which help him stay focused and maintain peak performance. He shares candid insights into the mental and physical demands of racing, his strategies for overcoming homesickness, and the thrill of competing against top future stars like Dino Beganovic and Rafael Camara. James also reflects on his role models, particularly Oscar Piastri, whose career path he closely follows and aspires to emulate.
Learn about James's ultimate dream of racing for Ferrari in Formula 1, and how he's building his career to achieve this goal. Stay connected with James by following him on Instagram (@jameswharton_official) and visiting his website (james-wharton.com) for the latest updates on his journey. Don't miss out on this chance to dive into the thrilling world of James Wharton, a future star of motorsport! Click play to watch now and be part of his incredible racing adventure!
Who is James Wharton? Meet Prema's latest Australian sensation!
Why 13 isn't unlucky for Prema's James Wharton
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207. How I Made It Into the Formula One Paddock in 2025
19:09||Season 3, Ep. 207What a year it's been for the Ladder Man!Climb the ladder with me on Patreon: https://patreon.com/lawvs2025 was nothing short of a breakthrough. A year which I surpassed 100,000 subscribers and received my first ever F1 paddock pass! Today I wish to talk about this and other chances to create professional F1 content that proved YouTubers can hold their own behind the scenes. I also share what it’s like visiting Red Bull Racing HQ, experiencing the Silverstone and Spielberg weekends and finally making it back to the Goodwood Festival of Speed after two decades. What have I got lined up for 2026? Join me!#f1 #formula1 #formulaone #f12025 #f12026 #formula12026 Get 15% off at the Castore Official website with my special link: https://glnk.io/ryj2p/lawrence #AdCastoreAffCan't watch the ladder? HEAR it instead as a podcast.RSS: https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/lawvsSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6hcmgaNHAcU5AHjUITTXS8Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/tt/podcast/lawvs-the-ladder-man/id1720160644Brand new PO BOX now open: LawVS, PO BOX 437, WALLINGTON, SM6 6EZ, UKWear a piece of F1 history on your wrist with Mongrip: https://mongrip.com/?ref=mxyyVz7corTaLG
206. McLaren Secures Leverage AGAINST Norris AND Piastri
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205. Carlos Sainz Won't Shut Up! (that's a good thing)
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202. Leclerc Demands Calm as Ferrari Eats Itself Alive Over 2026
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201. Helmut Marko Torches Red Bull on His Way Out
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200. The FINAL LOSERS & WINNERS of F1 2025
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