DEForce Racing has confirmed that Kiko Porto will return to the team for his second year in USF Pro 2000 Presented by Cooper Tires. The 19-year-old from Recife, Brazil, finished his rookie season seventh in the championship with a maiden win at the Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course and two additional podium finishes in the Portland International Raceway finale. Porto was the 2021 USF2000 Presented by Cooper Tires champion.

“So happy to continue with the blue family,” said Porto. “Looking forward to achieving the same success we had in the past. Thanks to DEForce Racing for giving me this opportunity once again. Let’s finish in the best way.”