Rosberg Ventures has completed the final close of its third investment vehicle, Fund III, securing $100 million in committed capital. The fund was oversubscribed and ultimately capped, reflecting strong demand from limited partners.
The milestone marks a further step in the long-term investment strategy led by Nico Rosberg, who founded the firm following his retirement from Formula 1 in 2016.
From racing to venture capital
Rosberg Ventures was established as Rosberg transitioned from elite motorsport into technology investing. The firm initially focused on a venture capital fund-of-funds strategy, offering investors diversified exposure to leading global VC managers rather than direct startup bets.
Over time, the platform has evolved. Alongside its core fund-of-funds approach, Rosberg Ventures has begun selectively participating in direct co-investments, targeting later-stage opportunities and companies aligned with long-term structural trends.
According to Rosberg, the close of Fund III represents both a validation of the strategy and a foundation for continued expansion, pushing total assets under management beyond the $200 million mark.
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Positioned within a competitive European VC market
The $100 million Fund III close comes amid an active period for European venture fundraising in 2025, particularly for specialist and mid-sized funds. A number of vehicles in similar size ranges have successfully raised capital this year, underlining continued LP appetite for differentiated strategies despite a more selective market environment.
Within this context, Rosberg Ventures’ latest fund aligns with a broader shift toward focused, conviction-driven platforms that combine diversification with targeted exposure.
Expanding into direct startup investments
In addition to backing VC managers globally, Rosberg Ventures has increased its activity in direct startup investments. Recent examples include participation in Fuse Energy, which raised $59 million in 2025 to expand its UK operations, and Cardino, a Berlin-based electric vehicle marketplace that closed a €4 million Seed round in 2024.
These investments reflect a gradual but deliberate expansion beyond pure fund allocation, allowing the firm to engage more directly with high-growth companies while maintaining portfolio diversification.
A long-term investment philosophy
Rosberg has consistently framed venture capital as a long-duration discipline rather than a short-term performance race. With Fund III now closed, Rosberg Ventures aims to continue building a platform designed for resilience, patience, and sustained value creation across market cycles.
The firm’s latest close reinforces its positioning as a long-term capital partner, combining institutional discipline with the flexibility to evolve its strategy as the venture landscape changes.
