F1 Academy

Marta García takes part in Formula E’s Berlin Rookie Test and had to “adapt quickly” as she was straight out of FRECA race weekend

Anna Elizabeth Krausová6 days ago6 days ago07 mins

The reigning F1 Academy Champion added participation in Formula E’s Rookie Test to her busy schedule. Just this weekend, Marta García raced in the season opener for Formula Regional European Championship by Alpine (FRECA) with Iron Dames, alongside her teammate Doriane Pin. Though not scoring any points, it was certainly a valuable experience for the…

Miami Grand Prix commentary undermines progress in Women’s Motorsport

Chiara Martin1 week ago1 week ago07 mins

This year’s Miami Grand Prix had the potential to be a landmark event for inclusivity in Formula 1, showcasing the sport’s commitment to fostering diversity. Yet, it ended up highlighting how far we still have to go. The commentary team, stationed trackside, unfortunately focused more on the appearances and ages of the young women competing…

Nerea Martí rounds-up her F1 Academy Miami weekend amid being “really excited” for home race in Barcelona

Anna Elizabeth Krausová1 week ago09 mins

Coming to Miami with a previous knowledge of the track from her time in W Series, Nerea Martí had a rollercoaster of a weekend. Full of fighting for points, trying to improve, and also meeting big names such as Kendall Jenner and her main sponsor Tommy Hilfiger. Starting strong with two practice sessions, being fourth…

F1 Academy’s Hamda Al Qubaisi discusses her “unexpected” good weekend in Miami

Anna Elizabeth Krausová2 weeks ago04 mins

Representing Red Bull Racing in the all-female racing series, Hamda Al Qubaisi enjoyed a successful weekend in Miami, after a tough season opener in Jeddah last month. The 21-year-old qualified P3 for Race 1, finishing P5 and then started Race 2 in P4, crossing the line in P6. In total, she brings home 18 points…

Carrie Schreiner “happy to score” in Race 2 but “couldn’t achieve” her goals for F1 Academy Miami weekend

Anna Elizabeth Krausová2 weeks ago2 weeks ago05 mins

Representing Sauber in F1 Academy, Carrie Schreiner came to Miami wanting to get into the top eight in both races of the weekend. Finishing P12 and P9 in the end, the German driver wasn’t able to meet her own target, but still leaves the Miami International Autodrome circuit quite pleased and content with the outcome….

Bianca Bustamante leaving Miami with “no regrets” amid her first F1 Academy podium of the season

Anna Elizabeth Krausová2 weeks ago2 weeks ago04 mins

After stalling the start of Race 1 and dropping to the back of the grid, Bianca Bustamante’s weekend in Miami didn’t look too good, despite being able to fight her way back into points to claim P9, even with a penalty. However, the Filipina driver managed to turn the tables on Sunday in Race 2,…

“Still not enough today to take the win” — Doriane Pin happier with the car but finishes P3 in F1 Academy’s Race 2 at Miami

Anna Elizabeth Krausová2 weeks ago06 mins

Not being able to beat the current Drivers’ Championship leader Abbi Pulling throughout the weekend, Doriane Pin spoke about the challenges she faced during the Miami Grand Prix — the main one being her car. Representing Mercedes and driving with PREMA Racing in F1 Academy, the 20-year-old struggled with the set-up of her car, as…

Miami GP | F1 Academy | Race 2 | Pulling wins a tense race 2 in Miami

Chiara Martin2 weeks ago2 weeks ago04 mins

Alpine Junior Driver Abbi Pulling secured a commanding double victory at the Miami International Autodrome, reinforcing her lead in the F1 Academy’s Drivers’ Championship. Her performance throughout the race not only showcased her exceptional skills but also widened her championship lead to 21 points over Mercedes Junior Driver Doriane Pin. The race saw Pulling start…

Abbi Pullin pointing two index fingers in the air after having won

Miami GP | F1 Academy | Race 1 | Abbi Pulling cruises to easy victory in front of a hotly contested final podium spot

Ewout Albrecht2 weeks ago2 weeks ago06 mins

With everyone excited for the second weekend of F1 Academy, and with a different driver on pole, the public in Miami had to wait a little longer as there were some fluid spills from the support programme that needed cleaning up. That meant the formation lap started 15 minutes after the planned starting time.

Miami GP | F1 Academy | Qualifying | Abbi Pulling sweeping double pole position while the field gets more competitive

Anna Elizabeth Krausová2 weeks ago2 weeks ago09 mins

After two practice sessions mostly dominated by Mercedes Junior Driver Doriane Pin and Abbi Pulling representing Alpine, it all comes down to Qualifying to decide the starting grid of not just one, but two F1 Academy races in Miami. For anyone not familiar with this year’s format, the drivers need to put in two good…