Pit Debrief

Alisha Palmowski secures maiden F1 Academy pole at Chinese GP, edging rivals as she targets the 2026 title.

Palmowski pleased with “perfect start” to 2026 F1 Academy campaign with pole in Chinese GP Qualifying

Karishma Persad2 months ago2 months ago04 mins

Alisha Palmowski delivered a commanding performance in the opening Qualifying session of the 2026 F1 Academy season, securing her maiden pole position at the Chinese GP in Shanghai. The Red Bull Racing-backed driver outpaced key rivals including Alba Larsen and Emma Felbermayr. Moreover, she set the benchmark lap of 2:04.182, finishing four-tenths clear of the…

Larsen secured her first F1 Academy front-row start at the Chinese GP during Qualifying and now targets a maiden podium

Larsen targets podium after career-best F1 Academy Qualifying at Chinese GP

Chiara Schulte genannt Hobein2 months ago2 months ago03 mins

Alba Larsen secured her first front-row start in F1 Academy Qualifying at the 2026 Chinese GP, but admitted there is still more pace to unlock this weekend. The Ferrari driver held provisional pole during the early stages of the session before Alisha Palmowski went four-tenths quicker. A small mistake on Larsen’s final flying lap prevented…

Alisha Palmowski claims her first 2026 F1 Academy pole position in a red-flag-interrupted Chinese GP qualifying session.

F1 Academy | 2026 Chinese GP | Qualifying | Palmowski storms to pole position in Shanghai

Antonina Jaromin2 months ago2 months ago03 mins

The opening round of the 2026 F1 Academy season at the Chinese GP continues as drivers prepare to head out on the Shanghai International Circuit for Qualifying. Earlier, Free Practice delivered a tight session, with several drivers trading quick laps. In the end, it was Alisha Palmowski who set the pace with a 2:04.550 time,…

Alisha Palmowski claimed pole position for the 2026 F1 Academy Chinese GP round, ahead of Larsen and Felbermayr.

F1 Academy | 2026 Chinese GP | Qualifying results

Shania Wallage2 months ago2 months ago02 mins

Alisha Palmowski claimed pole position for the 2026 F1 Academy Qualifying session at the Chinese GP, with the full results listed below. Following Friday’s Free Practice session, where Palmowski topped the times ahead of Alba Larsen and Payton Westcott, track evolution played a major role during Qualifying, with grip levels improving significantly as the session…

Payton Westcott finished P3 in the Practice session at the F1 Academy Chinese GP round, wanting to continue her success across the weekend.

Westcott staying grounded ahead of 2026 F1 Academy Chinese GP Qualifying after strong Practice

Shania Wallage2 months ago2 months ago03 mins

Payton Westcott delivered a stellar performance in her first practice session at the F1 Academy Chinese GP. She had a top 3 finish in the session, behind Alisha Palmowski and Alba Larsen. The Mercedes-backed driver finished third fastest in the session, setting a time of 2:05.041, which was the fastest time out of the rookies…

F1 Academy Chinese GP Practice results from Shanghai, as the 2026 season gets underway.

F1 Academy | 2026 Chinese GP | Free Practice results

Valeria Penachi2 months ago2 months ago02 mins

The F1 Academy Chinese GP Practice session opened the 2026 season at the Shanghai International Circuit. Drivers headed out for the first running of the weekend as the new campaign got underway. The early laps offered a first look at the grid ahead of qualifying. Last season’s top three, Doriane Pin, Maya Weug and Chloe…

Palmowski tops damp F1 Academy practice in Shanghai as Larsen, Westcott and Lloyd challenge in a tightly packed opening session.

F1 Academy | 2026 Chinese GP | Free Practice | Palmoswski leads tight opening session in Shanghai

Karishma Persad2 months ago2 months ago05 mins

The 2026 F1 Academy season began at the Shanghai International Circuit during the Chinese GP, with Red Bull-supported Alisha Palmowski setting the fastest time in a damp and dusty 40-minute Free Practice session. With 18 drivers on the grid, the opening session offered the first indication of the competitive order for the weekend. Palmowski’s 2:04.550…

Alisha Palmowski enters her second F1 Academy season determined to turn rookie lessons into a 2026 title challenge for Campos and Red Bull.

Palmowski targets 2026 F1 Academy title after transformative rookie campaign

Karishma Persad2 months ago2 months ago010 mins

British racing driver Alisha Palmowski approaches the 2026 F1 Academy season with a calm confidence shaped by experience. After a demanding rookie year, the 19-year-old returns to the grid with Campos Racing under the banner of the Red Bull Junior Team determined to transform the lessons of 2025 into a full championship challenge. A new…

Wolff discusses F1 Academy 2026, the rapid growth of the series and how it is creating a pathway for the next generation.

Wolff on F1 Academy 2026: How the series is transforming opportunities for women in motorsport

Shania Wallage2 months ago2 months ago08 mins

In only a few seasons, F1 Academy has undergone a dramatic transformation. What began as a relatively quiet initiative aimed at supporting young female drivers has rapidly evolved into one of the most influential development platforms in motorsport, which is something Managing Director Susie Wolff has been part of every step of the way in…

F1 Academy welcomes Sephora to the championship and grid, backing Natalia Granada for the 2026 season.

F1 Academy announces partnership with Sephora, backing Natalia Granada on 2026 grid

Yi Xing Lim2 months ago2 months ago03 mins

Ahead of the 2026 F1 Academy season opener in Shanghai, the championship has announced an official partnership with leading global beauty retailer Sephora, including the backing of an entry on the grid with Natalia Granada behind the wheel. The partnership comes as both organisations aim to support female talents on the global stage, encouraging them…