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As the 2025 Formula 4 United States Championship rolls into Mid-Ohio for this weekend’s SpeedTour event, Canadian driver Caleb Campbell enters the race weekend carrying confidence and momentum. We caught up with Caleb ahead of the event to talk about his preparation, season so far, and what lies ahead.
As the 2025 Formula 4 United States Championship rolls into Mid-Ohio for this weekend’s SpeedTour event, Canadian driver Caleb Campbell enters the race weekend carrying confidence and momentum. We caught up with Caleb ahead of the event to talk about his preparation, season so far, and what lies ahead.
Q: First things first — have you been to the Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course before?
Caleb:
I’ve never been there in person, but I’ve done hundreds of laps on the simulator. I’ve really been using the sim to learn the track — watching videos, studying the layout, and trying to replicate race conditions virtually. So even though I haven’t physically driven it yet, I feel very familiar with the track.
Q: How has your preparation for this race compared to your approach earlier in the season?
Caleb:
The preparation’s been pretty similar. I’ve spent a lot of time on the sim, just putting in lap after lap. After a small incident in the last race, my team has been working hard to get the car ready again. But otherwise, it’s the same routine — get as much practice in as possible, fine-tune everything, and show up ready to go.
Q: Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course is known for being a technical circuit. Are there certain areas you've focused on?
Caleb:
Yeah, definitely. Sector 2 has been my main focus. It’s very technical — tight corners, elevation changes, and some blind entries. I’ve been working a lot on getting my braking points dialed in, testing different lines, and making sure the car setup — especially the front and rear wing balance — can handle those elevation shifts smoothly.
Q: After so much sim practice, how helpful is that experience when you actually get on track?
Caleb:
It helps a lot. The more laps you do, even virtually, the more natural it feels. You build muscle memory for braking zones, corner exits, throttle application — all of it. And honestly, sim practice is a lot more affordable than doing extra track days, so it allows me to get a ton of repetitions in beforehand.
Q: How are you feeling heading into the weekend?
Caleb:
I’m feeling really confident. I had a great weekend last time out with a win and a podium finish, so I want to carry that momentum into Ohio. Hopefully we can build on that and put together another strong weekend.
Q: Do you ever feel pressure when you’re out on track, and how do you stay calm?
Caleb:
I rely on my experience. I’ve been racing since I was eight years old — karting all over the world — and that foundation helps. I trust in my ability. I know I can do it, so I stay focused on executing every lap.
Q: Any superstitions or pre-race rituals you always follow?
Caleb:
Yeah — before every session, even practice, I always bless myself before getting in the car. It’s something I’ve always done and it helps center me before going on track.
Q: The season hasn’t been without challenges. You’ve faced some adversity — from car issues to incidents on track. How do you bounce back?
Caleb:
Yeah, it’s been a bit of a rollercoaster. The first race I had to use a rental car, and then in Plymouth I had an incident that forced a retirement. It’s frustrating in the moment, but you have to reset quickly. You can’t change what happened — you just focus on the next race and know there’s always another chance to score points. That mindset keeps me moving forward.
Q: Looking ahead, are there any races you’re particularly excited for?
Caleb:
Definitely CTMP Labour Day Sprints in Bowmanville in August. That’ll be my first car race in Canada, so it’s going to feel like a homecoming. A lot of friends and family will be able to come out and watch, which makes it extra special.
Q: Overall, how do you feel about your season so far?
Caleb:
I feel good. Every race I’ve been improving, learning, and getting stronger. The goal is always to keep progressing. Hopefully at Ohio I can add another podium or two and keep building toward the championship.
Q: Speaking of the championship — how do you stay motivated throughout the season?
Caleb:
The championship title is always in the back of my mind. Winning the F4 US championship would be huge, not just for the accomplishment but because of the scholarship opportunities to move up the ladder. That goal keeps me driven every single day.
Q: You’ve had great support from your family throughout your racing journey. How important has that been?
Caleb:
My family has been amazing. My mom comes to every race and supports me trackside. My dad watches every race, even if he can’t be there in person — like this weekend, he’ll be tuning in from Bell Island, Newfoundland. My sister’s busy with her own hockey schedule, but they’ve all made sacrifices to help me get here, and I’m super thankful for that.
Q: You’ve also partnered with Kids Help Phone this year. What does that partnership mean to you?
Caleb:
It means a lot. Kids Help Phone does such important work supporting youth across Canada. Almost every kid in the country knows about them, so to be able to represent an organization like that on my car, and to help raise awareness for the work they do — it’s a real honor. I’m very proud to have them onboard.
Q: Any final thoughts heading into the race this weekend?
Caleb:
This weekend is a bit more personal for me. I’ve dedicated this race to a good friend of our family who passed away recently — Mayor Gary Gosine from Bell Island, Newfoundland. He was a great supporter and always made me feel really special whenever we spoke. I’ll have his initials on my car this weekend in his memory. I want to send my condolences to his family, and hopefully I can make him proud with a strong performance.
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