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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Sport
Molly Powell

Meet the 12-year-old boy dreaming of an F1 career

  • Theo Bobb, a 12-year-old from Falkirk, Scotland, is a leading young indoor karter who dreams of becoming a professional racing driver in F1 or endurance racing.
  • Fascinated by driving since he was three, Theo obtained his karting licence at eight and now dedicates significant time to training, including taking a half-day off school weekly.
  • His mother, Jenn, has embraced the role of his mechanic and pit crew, converting their spare room into a workshop to fully support his ambitious goal.
  • Theo is currently ranked as Scotland's top young indoor cadet karter, consistently achieving strong results and qualifying for the British Indoor Karting Championship regional stage for three consecutive years.
  • He plans to secure more sponsorships and expand his racing across the UK once he turns 13, with aspirations to compete in prestigious events such as the 24 Hours of Le Mans.
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