Story of resilience
(accident and comeback)
Biography
From karting to the world since age 5.
Competing against renowned drivers.
Overcoming unlikely challenges.
Name
Pedro Pieroni Goncalves de Oliveira
Age
20 years old (born in 2005)
Nationality
Brazilian
Residence
Bristol, United Kingdom
Education
Manufacturing Engineering Technologist and Airbus apprentice, with specialization in the aeronautical industry.
Languages
Fluent Portuguese and English
Personality
Brave, focused, disciplined, resilient
Values
Perseverance, humility, excellence
Hobbies
Car meets, car modifications, the gym and automotive photography
What sets me apart
Proven resilience
Who am I?
I am calm in everyday life and I enjoy simple things, but once I enter the track, total focus, intensity and adrenaline drive my passion. I believe nothing is impossible, so I always push myself to give my best.
I have always been curious about how things work. I like to build, fix and feel everything performing at its best. Cars, engines and speed are passions that shape who I am.
I am deeply connected to my family and my roots. I still carry the same dream from childhood: to reach the highest level of motorsport. And I will give everything I have to make that dream come true.
I race to live
my dream
and inspire others
to chase
their own.
I race to live
my dream
and inspire others
to chase
their own.
Journey
Aos 6 anos, quando sentei em um kart pela primeira vez, tive certeza: aquele era o meu mundo. O som do motor, o cheiro do combustível, a energia, a vibração e o ambiente. Eu tinha encontrado o meu lugar.
Minha história começou do jeito mais simples possível. Sem grandes estruturas, equipes ou patrocínio. Éramos apenas eu e meu pai, dois apaixonados, movidos por coragem, sacrifício e um sonho.
Todos os finais de semana, pegávamos estrada para competir ou treinar. Enfrentei frustrações, comemorei vitórias, títulos e aprendi lições que carrego comigo: disciplina, autocontrole, inteligência emocional, estratégia e, acima de tudo, resiliência.
Aos 14 anos, vivi um dos maiores desafios da minha vida: um grave acidente de kart me afastou das pistas por um ano inteiro. Poderia ter acabado com meu sonho, mas eu não desisti. Voltei mais maduro, mais forte, mais faminto por vitória. Provei para mim mesmo que, onde há paixão, coragem e determinação, nada é inalcançável. Em 2024, dei meus primeiros passos nos carros protótipos, chegando a conquistar pódios.
Em 2025, recebi o convite para integrar o Leon Morrel Racing Team e fiz minha estreia no Radical Club Challenge com o incrível Radical SR3, um carro fantástico que, somado ao trabalho dos mecânicos e de toda a equipe que acreditou no meu potencial, me levou ao título de vice-campeão logo na primeira temporada.
Family
and roots
My family has always given me unconditional support. My parents, my sister and my brother believed in me from the beginning and made sacrifices so I could chase my dream.
I was born and raised in the United Kingdom, but Brazilian blood runs through my veins. I carry the warmth, joy and determination of Brazil, combined with British discipline. That mix shaped who I am, my resilience and my passion in everything I do.
My family, my roots and my motorsport journey taught me that no matter how big the challenge is, any obstacle can be faced with courage, willpower and determination.
Life, speed and everything in between.
My daily life
During the week, I work at Airbus as a manufacturing engineering trainee, developing skills and taking part in projects that help me grow every day. On weekends, when I am not racing, I work at Castle Combe Karting Circuit, either as a marshal or coaching new kart drivers.
Sharing my experience and helping them reach their full potential truly inspires me. Staying active is also a key part of my routine. I go to the gym every day because a racing driver must be in perfect physical and mental condition to perform with excellence.
I also enjoy traveling, spending time with friends and family, or getting lost in a film. When I want to disconnect, I work on my own car, replace parts, adjust details and test small improvements.
All of this keeps me balanced, motivated and ready for challenges. Outside the track I learn just as much as I do behind the wheel, and every experience prepares me to come back even more focused.
Life, speed and everything in between.
Talent + rare technical background
International connection
(BR-UK)
Consistent and rising performance
Long-term vision and commitment
Professionalism and maturity
A driver
who leaves
a mark
Next steps
In 2026, I will continue racing the Radical SR3 with the outstanding Leon Morrel Racing team, always pushing to improve and bring the championship home.
I would also love the opportunity to explore new categories, gain more experience and move ever closer to my biggest goal: competing at the highest level of motorsport.
Every race, every challenge and every victory is part of my pursuit of excellence. Racing is not just a sport: it is my purpose, my life and my dreams.
Driven by passion,
guided by the dream.