JohnJohn
McLellan

THE STORY

Born and raised in Redondo Beach, California, JohnJohn “Racer” McLellan has spent nearly half his life chasing speed. What started as a love for vehicles with wheels, he found karting in 2020 during the Covid-19 pandemic, shifting from 2-wheel motorbikes to four wheel race karts.

Since then, JohnJohn has raced across the United States, Mexico, Italy and Australia — competing in the OKN-Junior, KA100, and Mini & Microswift classes. His passion, discipline, and raw pace have earned him over 87 podium finishes and 34 wins in just five years of competition.

In July 2025, his determination paid off when he qualified for the FIA Karting World Cup in Italy for his performance in the Mexico National Championship — a milestone that puts him among the youngest Americans to compete at the international level.

When he’s not behind the wheel, JohnJohn is an active student, balancing academics with fitness, surfing, and soccer. He trains year-round, dedicating hours each week to physical conditioning and simulator time.

With an infectious personality, humility, and relentless ambition, JohnJohn is quickly building a name as both a competitor and brand ambassador — a role model for young racers and a valuable partner for sponsors seeking authentic representation in youth motorsport.