Venezuelan Alessandro Famularo Conquers Euroformula Open Race in Portugal

The roar of engines at Portimão, Portugal, echoed with a triumphant Venezuelan spirit this past weekend as pilot Alessandro Famularo, representing BVM Racing, clinched a spectacular victory in the second race of the Euroformula Open. Famularo's win was not just a display of speed but a testament to resilience and determination, marked by an epic comeback that saw him surge from fifth place on the grid to the top step of the podium.

Famularo, hailing from Monagas, took to social media to express his elation, describing the Portimão victory as a moment of profound significance. "To carry this flag to the highest point is something that cannot be explained, it is felt. We are going for more, this is just the beginning," he wrote on Instagram, embodying the pride and ambition that fuels Venezuelan athletes on the international stage. This win is particularly poignant for Famularo, who revealed that just a year prior, he was on the verge of retiring from the sport after enduring numerous setbacks and career interruptions.

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Today we won in Portimão… a moment that means a lot to me. Carrying this flag to the highest point is something that cannot be explained, it is felt. We are going for more, this is just the beginning.

This triumph in the Formula 3 category surpasses his previous best result of fourth place, achieved in Barcelona during the 2025 season. Famularo dedicated this hard-fought victory to his family, sponsors, and his "dear Venezuela," a gesture that resonates deeply within a nation that consistently celebrates its sporting heroes. His success also shines a light on the continued presence of Venezuelan talent in motorsports, with figures like Alex Popow Jr. and Javier Ripoll Jr. also competing in various categories. While the legacy of Pastor Maldonado, who famously beat Fernando Alonso in 2012, looms large, Famularo's achievement adds a fresh chapter to Venezuela's proud motorsport history, proving that the passion and talent for racing continue to thrive.

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A year ago, I was practically a retired driver. After so many ups and downs and interruptions in my career, being here at the top leaves me speechless. This is for my family, my sponsors, and for my dear Venezuela!