
Bruna Tomaselli
Touring racing // Brazilian
It has always been a dream to race in Stock Car, it’s the biggest class in Brazil I’m very happy to have the opportunity
Brazilian racing driver Bruna Tomaselli has established herself across multiple motorsport disciplines, from Formula Junior to the W Series and Brazilian Stock Car racing, demonstrating remarkable versatility and determination throughout her career.
EARLY YEARS
Bruna Alberti Tomaselli was born on September 18, 1997, in Caibi, Santa Catarina, Brazil. Her motorsport journey began early, with her professional career launching in Fórmula Junior Brasil in 2013 after two years of international karting experience. While specific details about her family are limited, she has cited Brazilian racing legend Ayrton Senna as her racing hero, suggesting his influence on her decision to pursue motorsports.
EARLY SUCCESS
At just 16 years old, Tomaselli quickly made her mark in Formula Junior, scoring her first podium in 2013 and achieving her first win the following year when she finished fourth in the championship. Her 2016 campaign in South American Formula 4 proved particularly successful, where she secured five podium finishes including a second-place result at Rivera and four third-place finishes at Pinar. This impressive performance in junior categories demonstrated her natural talent and established a strong foundation for her racing career.
NOTABLE ACHIEVEMENTS
- 2014: Finished 4th in Fórmula Junior Brasil with one win and 12 podiums[1].
- 2016: Secured 5 podiums and 4th place overall in Fórmula 4 Sudamericana[1].
- 2019: Improved to 8th in the U.S. F2000 National Championship with Pabst Racing Services[1].
- 2021: Competed in the W Series with Veloce Racing, scoring points in the all-female Formula 3 championship[1].
- 2022: Achieved a top-five finish in the W Series opening race in Miami[1].
- 2023: Finished 8th in the Stock Series with three top-five finishes in her debut season[1][2].
- 2024: Scored a podium in the Stock Series at Cascavel and made her debut in the Stock Car Pro Series[1][4].
REPUTATION
Throughout her career, Bruna has built a reputation for resilience and adaptability, successfully transitioning between single-seaters and stock cars. Her improvement over time, particularly in the U.S. F2000 National Championship where she progressed to an 8th place finish by 2019, demonstrates her determination and ability to develop as a driver. Her participation in the W Series put her on the international stage, while her success in Brazilian racing series, including a podium and pole position in endurance racing, has showcased her versatility across different racing disciplines.
FUTURE GOALS/PLANS
After making her debut in the Stock Car Pro Series in 2024, Tomaselli appears poised to continue pursuing opportunities in Brazil’s premier racing series, breaking a five-year absence of female drivers in the championship. While no official announcements have been made for the 2025 season, her ongoing participation in the KTF Academy driver development program suggests continued partnerships with teams and sponsors as she aims to represent women in motorsports at the highest levels.
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