Christian Mansell steps up to British F3 with Carlin

Australian Christian Mansell will join the 2021 BRDC British F3 Championship with Carlin after an impressive debut campaign last year in the F4 British Championship.

Christian Mansell will join the BRDC British F3 Championship in 2021. (Jakob Ebrey Photography)

Mansell drove for Carlin in F4, scoring his first win in just the fifth race of the season, winning the 2020 Rookie Cup and finishing seventh overall in the series.

“I’m super happy to be staying with Carlin for another season,” said the 15 year-old New South Welshman.

“We had some other options open to us, but it made sense to stay in a team that has pushed and supported me so much in 2020 and also to build on the experience I have on the UK’s circuits.”

Carlin are one of the most successful junior single-seater teams in history.

Mansell said “I completed a few days testing at the end of the year which went really well.”

The British F3 car has quite a bit more power, so it’s certainly fun to drive. I can’t wait to get behind the wheel again as soon as possible and want to say a massive thank you to all my loyal partners who have made this possible.”

Team Principal Trevor Carlin said “we’re delighted that Christian will stay with the team for 2021.”

“He’s such a great character and developed so much in the car throughout last season.”

The 2021 BRDC F3 Championship will race on the British GT undercard, with 28 races across eight events, starting in April at Oulton Park.

“The focus now needs to be on consolidating the experience gained on UK circuits and building a consistent level of performance,” said Carlin.

“Winter testing has shown this car suits his driving style, so I believe we’ll see some great performances from him this season.”