Sri Lankan racing driver Yevan David has signed with Van Amersfoort Racing (VAR) for the 2027 FIA Formula 3 Championship, securing his place on the grid for a second consecutive season.
The 19-year-old will join the Dutch racing team following a promising rookie campaign in 2026, during which he finished 18th in the Drivers’ Championship with 35 points.
His debut season was highlighted by a second-place finish in the Sprint Race at Silverstone.
Before entering Formula 3, David enjoyed a successful 2025 Euroformula Open Championship campaign, finishing second overall with six victories and 14 podium finishes.
Reacting to the announcement, David described the move as the right step in his racing career, praising the team’s leadership, experience and competitive approach.
Van Amersfoort Racing Team Principal Brad Joyce welcomed the Sri Lankan driver, highlighting his potential and strong performance at Silverstone.
Joyce said the team hopes to build on David’s experience and achieve stronger results in 2027.
The move provides David with another opportunity to progress in international motorsport as he continues his pursuit of success in the Formula racing categories. (Newswire)
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