The Youngest F3 Mindset | George Zaraski on Racing, Risk & Relentless Drive

What does it take to chase Formula racing at a young age… and still think like an entrepreneur?

In this episode, we sit down with George Zaraski, one of the youngest Formula 3 drivers, to break down his journey from childhood obsession to competing at a high level in motorsport — while building a business at the same time.

This isn’t just about racing.
It’s about mindset, risk, discipline, and the reality behind high-performance careers.

What we covered:

• How George got obsessed with motorsport at a young age
• The influence of legends like Sebastian Vettel, Michael Schumacher, and Max Verstappen
• Why modern F1 feels different today
• The reality of crashes, pressure, and competition
• Sim racing vs real racing — and the future of motorsport
• Why the UAE became a key part of his journey
• The business side of racing and building something bigger
• Advice for the next generation chasing speed and purpose

Key takeaway:

Most people think talent is the entry point.
But what actually matters is obsession, calculated risk, and staying consistent when things don’t go your way.

For aspiring drivers:

George is actively working on making motorsport more accessible through his academy and tech-driven projects.

📩 Contact: George@racecraft.ae

📍 Based in Abu Dhabi (soon expanding to Dubai)

Timestamps:

00:00 – Introduction
01:10 – Early obsession with racing
04:30 – Inspiration from F1 legends
09:20 – Verstappen & modern racing
15:40 – Risk, crashes, and reality of motorsport
23:10 – Sim racing vs real racing
31:00 – Moving to the UAE
38:20 – Europe vs UAE racing experience
45:10 – Mentorship & career path
52:30 – Racing vs entrepreneurship
59:00 – Legacy & long-term vision
01:05:00 – Advice to young drivers

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