Here at home on the Rock, the engine’s not just revving once, it’s almost in perpetual motion. At just 12 years old, Monegasque karting talent Andrea Manni has grabbed attention, grabbed podiums and is clearly steering toward something big.
A Family Tradition
Born in Monaco on December 15th 2012, Andrea is part of a motorsport-oriented family and happens to be a cousin of F1TM stars Charles Leclerc and Arthur Leclerc.
From the age of four to five he began karting (first at Brignoles) alongside his cousins and he didn’t just play around, he went in full throttle.
The Latest Breakthrough
On Sunday 26 October 2025, in Italy at Franciacorta, having raced with Forza, Andrea entered his first race with Italian outfit Prema Racing in the OK Junior (OKJ) category of the WSK Final Cup and came away with a third-place finish.
Starting 12th on the grid, he mounted an impressive top-10 climb to P3 in the final.
The field was intense as many as 385 drivers from 61 nations in the event.
For a young Monégasque pilot, it’s more than just a result, it’s an announcement.
What Sets Him Apart
On his website Andrea emphasises the importance of both physical and mental training, including cycling and simulator work. He’s now moving into the OK Junior class, among the youngest in it, and recognizes that this season is as much about learning as winning.
He openly says one day he wants to race F1TM, and is committed to making sure his schoolwork stays solid so his racing can stay real.
A Fresh Chapter for Monaco Racers
With Monaco being synonymous with speed, glamour and motorsport culture, Andrea’s ascent adds a fresh chapter. He is licensed by the Automobile Club de Monaco, strengthening local engagement in high-level karting. His results help shine a spotlight on the Principality’s growing base of young motorsport talent.
It’s evident that Monaco’s motorsport story isn’t just F1TM, it begins in karting, and Andrea is one of our young protagonists.
Keeping an Eye On The Future
He is scheduled to contest the next two rounds of the WSK Final Cup: at Cremona (week-end of 9 Nov) and Lonato (23 Nov). At this level, keeping pace, qualifying well and finishing strongly count almost as much as outright wins. Having raced with Forza and winning a podium with Prema (a well-known Italian outfit) is a sign of serious backing.
More International Podiums With Monaco Flags
Andrea Manni may be young, but he’s already ticking many boxes: heritage, talent, backing and ambition. For Monaco fans, he represents something both familiar and forward-looking: a Scuderia of youth, tyres and dreams. We’ll follow his progress closely. Expect the Monégasque flag to be seen with increasing frequency on international karting podiums.
