Built on results. Driven by progression
Built on results. Driven by progression
Leonardo Serravalle is a Canadian-Italian racing driver competing in the USF Juniors with Zanella Racing.
Born in Niagara Falls, Ontario and raised in Thorold, he began his career in karting and rapidly established himself as one of Canada’s top young drivers, capturing multiple national championships in his first season of two-stroke competition.
At 14 years of age, Leonardo transitioned into open-wheel racing, bringing with him a reputation for disciplined racecraft, technical awareness, and the ability to perform under pressure.
His progression from local karting to international competition and full-time formula racing in just a few seasons reflects both his commitment to the sport and his long-term focus on reaching the highest levels of open-wheel racing.
In his first season in 2-stroke karting,
Leonardo Serravalle captured three Canadian championships and qualified for Super Pole in both categories at the ROK Superfinals in Las Vegas. He went on to represent Team Canada at the Rotax Grand Finals in Bahrain, finishing P9 against drivers from over 60 countries, while adding multiple race wins throughout the 2025 season.
That same year, he transitioned into open-wheel racing with the reigning champions of the USF Juniors. In his first-ever qualifying session, he placed P4—immediately proving he could translate pace from karting to cars.
Now competing in one of the most competitive development environments in North America, Leonardo is building toward the highest levels of international open-wheel racing.
This is only the beginning.
Leonardo Serravalle
Born March 23, 2011, in Niagara Falls, Ontario and raised in Thorold, Leonardo Serravalle races under #87 in honor of his late grandfather.
After turning 15, he has progressed from local karting to national champion and full-time open-wheel competition establishing himself as one of Canada’s most closely watched young drivers.
From first laps to
Formula racing in four seasons.
2022
2013
2015
2023
The Start
Leonardo’s journey began in arrive-and-drive sessions at Canadian Mini Indy in Hamilton.
Leonardo's journey began as a young boy who had a passion for motorized kid cars and pedal gokarts
Racing his grandfather in a pedal go-kart - where it all began, and the story begins #87
What started as a first experience quickly turned competitive, with consistent podium finishes and rapid development.
In his first full season, Leonardo made an immediate impact in Junior Light Briggs,
finishing 2nd overall in the HRKC championship
Rookie Breakthrough
A consistent front-runner he was recognized with both Rookie of the Year and Sportsman of the Year honors, building a reputation for clean, disciplined racecraft.
His early results earned him a scholarship from HRKC, marking the first step toward a structured racing path.
2024
Stepping into Briggs Junior securing Vice Champion in HRKC while expanding onto the National stage with a P3 finish at the Canadian Karting Championship.
For the second consecutive year, he earned Sportsman of the Year,
reinforcing both performance and professionalism.
National Emergence
2025
In his first-ever season in 2-stroke karting, Leonardo delivered a dominant rookie campaign capturing three Canadian championships in a single year.
He captured the RMC Ontario Championship, the Canadian Karting Championship, and the Canadian Open title, while also finishing Vice-Champion in RMC Quebec.
Breakout Season
At the national level, he qualified Super Pole in VLR JR and GP JR at the ROK Cup Las Vegas, showcasing his pace against a highly competitive international field, with top drivers from across North America and beyond.
Leonardo made his official single-seater debut in the YAcademy Winter Series, finishing 7th overall and earning two podiums along with multiple front-running performances.
Internationally, he represented Team Canada at both the ROK Cup SuperFinal in Italy and the Rotax Max Challenge Grand Finals in Bahrain,
where he finished 9th in the world and recorded the fastest lap in the final.
In the United States, he secured multiple top-five finishes along with two Super Poles and heat wins at ROK Vegas, further establishing himself across North America.
Late in the year, he transitioned into formula car testing before signing with Zanella Racing for the 2026 USF Juniors Championship.
2026
Leonardo made his official single-seater debut in the YAcademy Winter Series, finishing 7th overall and earning a podium along with multiple front-running performances.
Competing against experienced drivers, he quickly established himself as a standout within the Zanella Racing lineup.
Early performances have already shown his ability to compete at a high level in his rookie year.
Between race weekends, Leonardo continues his development in Europe, testing in Formula 4 to accelerate his progression and gain experience on international circuits.
Formula Debut
2024
From first laps to
Formula racing
in four seasons.
2013
2015
Leonardo Serravalle
Born March 23, 2011, in Niagara Falls, Ontario and raised in Thorold, Leonardo Serravalle races under #87
in honor of his late grandfather.
After turning 15, he has progressed from local karting to national champion and full-time open-wheel competition establishing himself as one of Canada’s most closely watched young drivers.
The Start
2022
Leonardo’s journey began in arrive-and-drive sessions at Canadian Mini Indy in Hamilton.
What started as a first experience quickly turned competitive, with consistent podium finishes and rapid development.
His early results earned him a scholarship from HRKC, marking the first step toward a structured racing path.
2023
In his first full season, Leonardo made an immediate impact in Junior Light Briggs,
finishing 2nd overall in the HRKC championship
For the second consecutive year,
he earned Sportsman of the Year, reinforcing both performance and professionalism.
Rookie
Breakthrough
National
Emergence
In his first full season, Leonardo made an immediate impact in Junior Light Briggs,
finishing 2nd overall in the HRKC championship
For the second consecutive year, he earned Sportsman of the Year, reinforcing both performance and professionalism.
2025
He captured the RMC Ontario Championship, the Canadian Karting Championship, and the Canadian Open title, while also finishing
Vice-Champion in RMC Quebec.
At the national level, he qualified Super Pole in both categories, confirming his pace against the country’s best.
"Leonardo had phenomenal pace all weekend and after some close racing in the final, he sealed the deal and brought home the victory"
Internationally, he represented Team Canada at both the ROK Cup SuperFinal in Italy and the Rotax Max Challenge Grand Finals in Bahrain, where he finished 9th in the world and recorded the fastest lap in the final.
In the United States, he secured multiple top-five finishes along with two Super Poles and heat wins at ROK Vegas, further establishing himself across North America.
Late in the year, he transitioned into formula car testing before signing with Zanella Racing for the 2026 USF Juniors Championship.
2026
Formula
Debut
Leonardo made his official single-seater debut in the YAcademy Winter Series, finishing 7th overall and earning a podium along with multiple front-running performances.
Competing against experienced drivers, he quickly established himself as a standout within the Zanella Racing lineup.
Competing against experienced drivers, he quickly established himself as a standout within the Zanella Racing lineup.
Early performances have already shown his ability to compete at a high level in his rookie year.
Breakout Season
In his first-ever season in 2-stroke karting, Leonardo delivered a dominant rookie campaign capturing three Canadian championships in a single year.
Leonardo's journey began as a young boy who had a passion for motorized kid cars and pedal gokarts
Racing his grandfather in a pedal go-kart - where it all began, and the story begins #87
Between race weekends, Leonardo continues his development in Europe testing in Formula 4 to accelerate his progression and gain experience on international circuits.
"I'm focused on putting the work in every day and continuing to develop as a driver. I know the support I receive comes with responsibility, and I'm committed to representing my partners with professionalism as I move forward."
- Leonardo Serravalle
"I'm focused on putting the work in every day and continuing to develop as a driver. I know the support I receive comes with responsibility, and I'm committed to representing my partners with professionalism as I move forward."
- Leonardo Serravalle
"I'm focused on putting the work in every day and continuing to develop as a driver. I know the support I receive comes with responsibility, and I'm committed to representing my partners with professionalism as I move forward."
- Leonardo Serravalle
"I'm focused on putting the work in every day and continuing to develop as a driver. I know the support I receive comes with responsibility, and I'm committed to representing my partners with professionalism as I move forward."
- Leonardo Serravalle
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