Twelve years ago, Zanella Racing was just a dream—a small team with big ambitions, grinding through the ranks of karting with nothing but determination and passion. Fast forward to today, and that dream has become reality. In just their second year competing in the YACademy Winter Series, Zanella Racing has reached the pinnacle—Leonardo Escorpioni is the 2025 YACademy Winter Series Champion!

Leo’s journey has been nothing short of remarkable. He joined Zanella Racing at just 10 years old, starting in karting and growing with the team every step of the way. Now, he’s at the top of the YACademy Winter Series, proving that years of hard work and dedication pay off. His consistency throughout the season was unmatched, with a podium in every race weekend, culminating in his championship victory at NOLA Motorsports Park.

But Leo wasn’t the only Zanella Racing driver making waves. Ty Fisher, another rising star of the team, fought hard all season and secured third place in the championship—a testament to the depth of talent within the team.

This victory isn’t just about one title—it’s about the journey. Zanella Racing started with just two drivers; today, the team has grown to four, stacking podiums and proving their strength against some of the best young talents in open-wheel racing. The road hasn’t been easy—countless hours in the garage, tough race weekends, and moments of doubt. But the team never wavered.

Becoming champions isn’t just about winning races—it’s about pushing forward through every challenge, learning from every setback, and never giving up. Zanella Racing has done just that, and this title is just the beginning.

The journey continues. The hunger remains. And the best is yet to come.