Dominican motorsports shines in Italy: Alonso González achieves a historic runner-up finish
Young talent from the Dominican Republic continues to leave a mark on international circuits. Alonso André González Pérez, just 12 years old, has achieved a remarkable feat by winning the runner-up title at the IAME Final Games, an event recently held at the prestigious South Garda Karting circuit, located in Lonato, Italy.
This achievement comes just two weeks after the young driver took second place at the IAME World Final in Viterbo, consolidating an impressive streak of results on European soil. His performance in the Old Continent reaffirms his projection as one of the most solid promises of national karting with an eye on Formula 1.
Resilience and skill under extreme conditions
The road to the podium was not simple. González Pérez had to navigate a weekend marked by heavy rains that complicated track grip. Despite the weather challenges, the Dominican maintained the serenity and technical precision necessary to stand out:
- Qualified in sixth position under wet track conditions.
- Achieved a remarkable recovery in the qualifying heats, standing out with a third place.
- Obtained second position in the Fighters Race and third place in the Super Chrono.
- Secured the third starting position for the final race, where he ultimately crossed the finish line as runner-up.
This time we couldn’t be physically with Alonso, but our hearts were with him in every practice, every qualifying session, and every lap of the race. Seeing him celebrate his 12th birthday while achieving another international result is an immense satisfaction after so much sacrifice.
Alonso González’s family
Professional training and support
Alonso’s athletic development is under the tutelage of coach Carlos Abreu, who accompanies him in every international challenge. The young athlete competes under the structure of the Haase Racing Team, a team founded by the legendary Jørn Haase. This strategic alliance has allowed González Pérez to accumulate experience on highly demanding circuits, participating in championships such as WSK, ACI, and Champions of the Future.
To balance his demanding sports career, Alonso maintains a virtual education program that allows him to advance his academic training while competing abroad. This disciplined lifestyle is supported by his family, CleanerStudio, and the Dominican Automobile Federation, presided over by Adriano Abreu Sued.
Upcoming challenges
The pilot’s schedule does not stop. From November 13th to 15th, Alonso González will face a new commitment in the Champions of the Future Academy. With two international runner-up finishes in just 15 days, the Dominican continues to demonstrate that he possesses the maturity and speed necessary to represent his country in the elite of world motorsport.
