F3 – Ben Barnicoat with Prema Powerteam in 2016

Ben Barnicoat will take his first steps in F3 European Championship in 2016 by joining the Prema Powerteam after testing with the Italian team.

The Racing Steps Foundation resident, who won fourth place in the Eurocup Formula Renault 2.0 with Fortec Motorsports, will replace his compatriot Jake Dennis who should head to the GP3 Series.

Aged 18, Ben Barnicoat distinguished himself at the end of the season by winning at the last three meetings.