Indian Karting Prodigy Rivaan Dev Preetham Signed by Former F1 Team Minardi Management

Indian motorsport achieved a landmark moment as Rivaan Dev Preetham, a rising karting star from Chennai, was signed by Minardi Management, the prestigious driver agency with deep Formula One roots. Founded by Giovanni Minardi, the agency has a legacy of mentoring world-class drivers including Fernando Alonso and Mark Webber.

Rivaan, who has already clinched multiple national karting championships and made history as the first Indian to win at the FIA Motorsport Games, will now benefit from Minardi’s structured European racing pathway. This includes participation in elite series such as the Champions of the Future Academy, paving the way for his long-term motorsport career.

Key Highlights

• Historic Signing: Rivaan Dev Preetham becomes the first Indian driver signed by Minardi Management.
• Proven Talent: Multiple national karting titles and a historic win at the FIA Motorsport Games.
• European Pathway: Access to Champions of the Future Academy and structured development programs.
• Global Recognition: Minardi’s legacy includes guiding F1 stars like Alonso and Webber.
• Indian Motorsport Milestone: Marks a breakthrough moment for India’s presence in global motorsport.

Final Note

Rivaan’s signing with Minardi Management signals a new chapter for Indian motorsport, offering young talent a direct pathway to international racing platforms and potentially Formula One in the future.

Sources: The Tribune, ANI, Minardi Management Official Release