Yevan David Targets Hockenheim Silverware in Euroformula Open
Prime Minister meeting and TEDx Talk keeps David primed away from the track
Riding high after his sensational start to the season with three wins and a pole position belying his Rookie status, Sri Lankan driver Yevan David heads to Hockenheim this weekend (June 7–8) determined to keep his title charge on track in the 2025 Euroformula Open championship.
David delivered a statement performance in Belgium last time out, claiming his third win of the season, a first-ever pole position, and two further strong results to stretch his championship lead to 20 points — and continue his perfect record in the Rookie standings.
Now, attention turns to Germany’s iconic Hockenheimring — a circuit known for its long back straight, technical stadium section and illustrious Grand Prix past.
“Hockenheim is a track with a lot of history. It’s very different to Spa — not as much elevation, but a lot of hard braking and traction zones. The last sector through the stadium is really technical and unique. I think it’s going to be very, very interesting from a setup point of view.”
Spa was a showcase of David’s versatility and resilience. After a commanding pole lap by nearly half a second, the Motopark driver won Saturday’s race with a last-corner overtake in an all-action, safety car-disrupted slipstream battle.
“It was a very good first race of the weekend in Spa. It definitely wasn’t easy — I didn’t lead for a lot of it, but I stayed calm and made the move stick right at the end.”
Sunday’s double-header demanded even more. After an early spin in Race 2 caused by a team-mate, David recovered from sixth to just miss out on a podium by a tenth of a second. In Race 3, he charged from sixth to second, slashing a three-second gap to the leader in a relentless pursuit that ended with his fifth podium of the year.
“It was a solid weekend overall — pole, a win, a strong fourth and second place. We secured great points, and I’m really excited to keep that momentum going into Hockenheim.”
Despite never having raced at Hockenheim in the Euroformula car, David has done extensive preparation to adapt quickly.
“It’ll be interesting to see how the car reacts to Hockenheim. Spa was all about elevation and high-speed flow, but Hockenheim is more about braking and traction. We’ll need to approach it with fresh eyes, but I’m confident we can make it work.”
Off-track, David’s rising profile was further cemented during a recent return to Sri Lanka, where he met the nation’s Prime Minister Harini Amarasuriya, and gave a powerful talk at TEDx Colombo.
“Meeting the Prime Minister was a real honour — hearing her story and sharing mine was something I’ll never forget. Then the TEDx event was such a special moment. I spoke about racing, failure, meditation, and the stillness that helps me focus. It was a brilliant experience, especially with my family and fans there.”
As the first Sri Lankan to win in an international single-seater series, David is carrying not just the hopes of a title, but the pride of a nation. His 2025 Euroformula campaign is supported by Merc-Stop, Alcom, Dayholi and the Ceylon Motor Sports Club (CMSC).
All drivers in Euroformula Open compete in identical Dallara 324 chassis powered by TOM’S engines — placing the emphasis on driver skill, strategy and team execution. With three more races in Hockenheim, David is clear-eyed on the challenge.
“The level is high, and the grid is getting stronger every weekend. We’ve shown we have the pace, now it’s about staying sharp, consistent, and taking every opportunity. I’m ready.”