Perfect Podiums at Nurburgring Boost Championship Hunt
LEONIDAS KARAVASILI DELIVERED A STUNNING PERFORMANCE IN THE McLAREN TROPHY EUROPE AT THE CHALLENGING NURBURGRING GP CIRCUIT DURING ROUNDS 7 AND 8. DESPITE MIXED WEATHER IN PRACTICE, HE MASTERED THE TRACK’S COMPLEX UNDULATIONS, VARIED SURFACES, AND UNIQUE KERB PROFILES, WITH RAIN HOLDING OFF FOR THE RACES. KARAVASILI CLAIMED A STRONG THIRD PLACE IN RACE 1 AND A THRILLING SECOND IN RACE 2, WHERE A LAST-LAP BATTLE BROUGHT HIM WITHIN 0.5 SECONDS OF THE WIN AFTER CLOSING IN POST-PITSTOP. SUCCESS PENALTIES FROM HIS 100% PODIUM FINISH RATE MADE VICTORY TANTALISINGLY CLOSE, YET HIS SKILL IN THE McLAREN ARTURA TROPHY CAR KEEPS CAR 90 FIRMLY IN CHAMPIONSHIP CONTENTION.
DOUBLE SILVER IN SPA
LEONIDAS KARAVASILI DELIVERED ANOTHER BRILLIANT PERFORMANCE IN THE McLAREN TROPHY EUROPE AT THE ICONIC SPA-FRANCORCHAMPS CIRCUIT DURING ROUNDS 5 AND 6. BUILDING ON HIS DEBUT SUCCESS, HE NAVIGATED THE DEMANDING ARDENNES ROLLERCOASTER WITH EXCEPTIONAL SKILL, CLAIMING SECOND PLACE IN BOTH RACES AMID FIERCE COMPETITION AND VARIABLE WEATHER CONDITIONS. THIS DOUBLE PODIUM EXTENDS HIS PERFECT 100% PODIUM RATE IN THE SERIES, SOLIDIFYING HIS STATUS AS A TOP CONTENDER IN THE McLAREN ARTURA TROPHY CAR AND BRINGING CAR 90 INTO CHAMPIONSHIP CONTENTION.
PODIUM DEBUT IN MONZA
LEONIDAS SECURED 3RD PLACE IN QUALIFYING 1 AND OUTPERFORMED ALL EXPECTATIONS ON HIS DEBUT WEEKEND TO SECURE P3 IN RACE 1 AND RACE TO AROUND THE TEMPLE OF SPEED IN HIS FIRST EVER RACE IN BOTH THE McLAREN TROPHY AND MONZA
100% PODIUM SEALED, DRIVER OF THE WEEKEND, P2 IN CHAMPIONSHIP AND POLE POSITION IN PAUL RICARD FINALE
In the thrilling finale of the McLaren Trophy Europe at Circuit Paul Ricard, Leonidas Karavasili delivered a masterful performance to clinch second place in the overall championship. Starting with a blistering pole position in qualifying, Leonidas dominated Race 1 from lights to flag in the McLaren Artura Trophy car, only to incur a 20-second penalty during the pitstop—dropping him to a hard-fought P2. Undeterred, he battled back in Race 2 for another silver finish, securing double P2 results amid intense competition on the high-speed French track. This capped a stellar season for Car 90, maintaining an impeccable podium streak and earning well-deserved championship silver HAVING BEEN A FEATURED ON THE PODIUM FOR ALL EVERY RACE OF THE MCLAREN TROPHY EUROPE CHAMPIONSHIP.
100% PODIUM RATE IN MCLAREN TROPHY
McLAREN TROPHY ACADEMY DRIVER
The 2025 McLaren Trophy Academy marks an exciting new chapter for Leonidas as he takes on the challenge of McLaren’s renowned one-make racing series AS A MCLAREN ACADEMY DRIVER.
This season promises intense competition and a unique opportunity to test his skills on some of the world’s most iconic circuits.
Leonidas is thrilled to join this prestigious program, eager to demonstrate his talent against a field of skilled drivers and to embrace the growth opportunities offered by the McLaren Trophy Academy.
For him, this is more than just a racing series—it’s a chance to pursue his passion and carve a path toward motorsport greatness.
McLAREN ARTURA TROPHY EVO
V6, 2993cc, TWIN TURBO
585PS (620PS PUSH TO PASS)
CARBON FIBER AERO DEVICES: FRONT SPLITTER, CADARDS, REAR WING, DIFFUSER
PIRELLI RACING SLICK TYRES
265/305mm
The 2025 McLaren Trophy Academy unleashes the Artura Trophy Evo, a potent race car with 620PS and a top speed surpassing GT3-class cars, achieving a lap pace remarkably close to GT3 rivals, just shy of matching their ultimate speed.
Prioritizing mechanical grip over aerodynamic downforce, it fosters intense, wheel-to-wheel racing that highlights driving finesse. With its lightweight carbon-fiber chassis and a ‘Push to Pass’ feature, this car offers thrilling acceleration and sharp handling, perfectly suited to the iconic circuits of this top-tier one-make series.
Chasing Glory on Legendary Circuits
As part of the Fanatec Endurance Championship support series, the 2025 McLaren Trophy Academy takes on Europe’s finest circuits, delivering high-octane racing at iconic tracks like Brands Hatch, Monza, Spa, Nürburgring GP, and Paul Ricard. These legendary venues set the stage for thrilling battles, showcasing the best of motorsport across the continent.
Leonidas is eager to embark on the 2025 McLaren Trophy Academy, a defining new chapter in his motorsport career.
building on an impressive foundation laid by an excellent debut season in the Ginetta GTA and a professional alpine skiing career.
Transitioning to the high-stakes world of McLaren’s one-make series, he brings the same tenacity that fueled his success on the slopes.
His background as a professional alpine skier, where he mastered challenging courses under intense pressure, has sharpened his mental fortitude and physical discipline—attributes that will be critical as he tackles the demanding circuits and fierce competition of Europe’s premier racing season.
With a steadfast commitment to excellence, Leonidas approaches this opportunity with professionalism and determination, ready to optimize his performance, compete against top talent, and carve a lasting legacy in motorsport.
