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The Rosin family’s departure from Prema Racing leaves the iconic motorsport team facing an uncertain future without its founding leadership.Indianapolis Today
The Rosin family, who founded Prema Racing in 1983 and led the team to over 70 championships across various racing formulas, has officially parted ways with the motorsport powerhouse. The departure of key figures like Angelo Rosin’s wife Grazia Troncon, son René Rosin, and Angelina Ertsou marks the end of an era for the team that has been instrumental in developing numerous Formula 1 talents.
Why it matters
Prema has been a dominant force in junior motorsport categories for decades, serving as a crucial stepping stone for drivers on their path to Formula 1. The Rosin family’s exit signals a major shift in the team’s leadership and raises questions about how Prema will navigate the future without its founding family at the helm.
The details
Prema was founded by Angelo Rosin in 1983 and has since amassed over 70 titles across drivers’ and teams’ championships. The team has played a pivotal role in the careers of many current Formula 1 drivers, including Lance Stroll, who developed his single-seater skills within Prema. In 2021, the team underwent a restructuring and became part of DC Racing Solutions Ltd., a Swiss-based company involved in motorsport through the Iron Lynx project. However, the reasons behind the Rosin family’s departure have not been officially disclosed.
Prema was founded by Angelo Rosin in 1983.The team celebrated its 40th anniversary in 2024.Prema entered the IndyCar series in 2025, with Robert Shwartzman achieving pole position for the Indianapolis 500.The Rosin family’s exit from Prema’s management positions occurred in 2026.
The players
Angelo Rosin
The founder of Prema Racing, who built the team into a motorsport powerhouse over the course of four decades.
Grazia Troncon
Angelo Rosin’s spouse, who held a management position within Prema.
René Rosin
The son of Angelo Rosin, who was part of Prema’s management team.
Angelina Ertsou
A key figure in Prema’s management who has departed the team alongside the Rosin family.
Lawrence Stroll
A businessman who had control over Prema between 2015 and 2021, during which time his son Lance Stroll developed his single-seater career with the team.
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What’s next
The future of Prema remains uncertain as the team navigates the leadership vacuum left by the Rosin family’s exit. The challenge will be how the new ownership and management structure will address the void and maintain Prema’s legacy as a powerhouse in junior motorsport categories.
The takeaway
The Rosin family’s departure from Prema marks the end of an era for a team that has been instrumental in developing countless Formula 1 talents over the past four decades. While Prema’s expertise and framework will continue to be a benchmark in the industry, the team faces the challenge of preserving its legacy without its founding family at the helm.