Category: F1 Academy News
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Katie Denver Takes Us Inside F1 Academy’s Rookie Test
F1 Academy is taking another step in its mission to shape the future of female motorsport. The first-ever F1 Academy Rookie Test is happening this week in Navarra, Spain — bringing together 18 young drivers from karting, F4, and other junior categories to benchmark themselves against the current grid. But what is this rookie test…
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F1 News Roundup 12th September – Permit Drama, Engine Exodus & F1 Academy Future
From Monza’s fallout to fresh moves shaping Formula 1’s future, this week delivered headlines with both immediate impact and long-term implications. Max Verstappen is set for a surprise Nürburgring debut, Ferrari faces a major engine department shake-up, and South Africa edges closer to hosting an F1 race again, plus sponsorship deals, rookie showcases, and looming…
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Will we see a Female Formula 3 Driver in 2026?
Across the globe, there are a multitude of established female racing drivers with a vast range of experience levels. There are a new wave of female drivers too, with many more on the way. All are eager to test their mettle and show what they’re capable of across a plethora of racing series – but…
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Rafaela Ferreira on F1 Academy in Brazil
Brazil has produced a number of outstanding motorsport drivers over the years. Emerson Fittipaldi. Ayrton Senna. Rubens Barrichello. This year, another entered Formula 1 in the shape of Gabriel Bortoleto. Could Rafaela Ferreira be another name to add to this list in the future? The Paddock Chronicle got the chance to speak with the F1…
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Emma Felbermayr: Finding Her Pace in her First Single-Seater Season
Deep into her rookie season in F1 Academy, Emma Felbermayr has already proven herself to be one to watch, not only for the rest of the year – but into the future beyond. The Kick Sauber supported Rodin Motorsport driver currently sits in P10 overall in the Championship. The Paddock Chronicle had the chance to…
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The Case for Abbi Pulling in Formula 3
Most of you reading this will know the name Abbi Pulling. At only twenty-two years of age, it may also seem that she’s been around for a lot longer than that age suggests. But that just showcases that despite the numerous obstacles thrown her way, from financial struggles to difficult results, Pulling has been able…
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2025 F1 Academy Dutch GP – Weekend Roundup
F1 Academy was back for the Dutch GP in Zandvoort. The all-female series gave the Dutch crowd plenty to cheer for with success for all three home heroes. There was also great racing action throughout the weekend, brand new faces on the podium and drama in the overall Championship Standings. Here’s everything that you need…
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Dutch GP 2025: Full F1, F1 Academy Weekend Preview
Formula 1 returns from the summer break for the Dutch GP 2025, bringing the roar of the sea and the sweep of Zandvoort’s dunes. The weekend delivers festival energy, passionate grandstands, and the technical theatre of high banking and shifting winds. This weekend is not only about F1. The F1 Academy joins the show, placing…
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F1 Academy Explained – What’s New in 2025?
It’s everywhere lately — your feed, your screen, even your makeup bag. F1 Academy is the all-female series backed by Formula 1, powered by some of the world’s biggest brands, and now the subject of its own Netflix show. With all ten Formula 1 teams now backing the grid, a growing list of powerhouse sponsors,…
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Chloe Chambers – 2025 F1 Academy Champion?
Chloe Chambers is in the hunt for her first ever Championship win in 2025. The F1 Academy Racing Driver currently sits just twenty points behind Championship leader Doriane Pin with three rounds to go this season. Can the 21 year-old American take the fight all the way to the end, then win, and thus propel…