Racing driver Bianca Bustamante completes her Formula E tenure, aiming for a return in the GB3 series
Bianca Bustamante, the Filipino American motorsport prodigy, has closed another chapter in her rising career with Formula E's CUPRA team. After marking key milestones such as their first pole and first win, Bustamante is now preparing for a new challenge - the 2025 GB3 Championship with Elite Motorsport.
The announcement of her upcoming commitment was made on December 19, 2024. Bustamante will be gearing up for the start of the GB3 season at Silverstone, indicating active involvement and final preparations for the championship. Although specific details about her performance in the practice rounds are not yet available, it is confirmed that she has been preparing diligently for the new season.
During her time with CUPRA and Formula E, Bustamante has been balancing commitments across different racing formats. She has learned a lot, and her Instagram posts reflect her experiences and gratitude. Her Instagram handle, @racerbia, is a testament to her spirit and determination.
Bustamante's Instagram post at the end of the Formula E season marked a "chapter closed" but with a "bookmark," indicating a pause but not an end to her journey. She acknowledged the emotional toll of public scrutiny and financial pressures in securing sponsorships, but remains resilient with her personal mantra, "Laban Lang!" (Fight On!).
In the rookie test in Berlin, Bustamante achieved her best official test result, finishing P10 out of 25. She also shadowed the team in Jakarta, gaining valuable insights into the sport.
As Bustamante shifts her full attention to the GB3 Championship, she emphasizes the importance of mental agility in Formula E, due to the amount of multitasking and instructions over the radio. She is ready to face the challenges ahead and is preparing for a successful season in the GB3 Championship.
Stay tuned for updates on Bustamante's journey in the GB3 Championship. You can follow her progress on her Instagram account, @racerbia.
In her transition from Formula E to the GB3 Championship, Bianca Bustamante plans to channel the mental agility gained from multitasking and radio instructions in Formula E to conquer the upcoming racing season. Despite the challenging transition, Bustamante is also eager to showcase her skills in the sports of racing.
