DAMS Replaces Jenzer in F3

DAMS have replaced Jenzer Motorsport in F3 for 2025-27 seasons. 

After six seasons in the category during which they helped Yuki Tsunoda eventually graduate into F1, Jenzer have decided to move on and focus on other junior categories.

Following a lengthy process to recruit a replacement team, F3 have named DAMS as Jenzer’s replacement – which marks a return to the third-tier category for the first time since they competed in GP3 in 2017.

DAMS owner, Charles Pic is “thrilled” to secure a three-car F3 entry for the next three seasons, which he believes is a positive step for the team and provides a path to their F2 outfit.

“This is a logical step for us as we’re already competing in F2, and this latest endeavour means we can develop younger drivers from our F3 programme into our F2 team, using systems we have put in place to support and train drivers on the technical side.

Next season sees F3 introduce a new car which levels the whole grid but Pic iterated that DAMS need time to adapt, and find a competitive approach.

“The main objective of this first campaign is to develop a competitive car, like we’ve done in F2 this year.

Starting the championship with the arrival of a brand-new car is great timing, as we can reuse our methods that we’ve developed over the years.

“We’ve put together a very experienced technical team with proven engineers alongside good mechanics, so I’m confident we can deliver strong performances in Formula 3 over the coming seasons and be a contender at the front of the field.”

F3 CEO, Bruno Michel has welcomed DAMS’ move into F3 as he added: “We know them very well from the FIA Formula 2 Championship. Their pedigree and level of performance make them the perfect addition to the F3 field.”

Michel also wished Jenzer well as he continued; “I would like to take this opportunity to thank Andreas Jenzer and everyone at Jenzer Motorsport for their commitment to Formula 3 since the beginning of the category.

“They have left their mark in the Championship, and I completely respect their decision to focus now on new challenges.”

PREMA, Trident, ART GP, Campos, Hitech GP, MP Motorsport, Van Amersfoort Racing, Rodin and AIX Racing will remain on the grid, which Michel credited as the best environments to help young drivers reach F1.

“Their level of professionalism and expertise guarantee the best preparation for the young drivers who aspire to progress to the highest levels of motorsport.”