F1 Academy's Ella Lloyd shares her thoughts on the inaugural F1 Academy Rookie Test
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Lloyd rules F1 Academy Rookie Test as an “amazing opportunity” for young drivers

In September of this year, F1 Academy announced their inaugural Rookie Test, paving way for young women into F1 Academy. This Rookie Test acted as an opportunity for 18 drivers to showcase their talent. This allowed them to prove they deserve a spot on the grid. The Rookie Test has already proved to have its…

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Ella Häkkinen joins the McLaren Driver Development Programme.
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McLaren Racing recruit Ella Häkkinen, daughter of two-time F1 World Champion Mika Häkkinen, to Driver Development Programme

McLaren Racing has confirmed that 14 year-old Ella Häkkinen, daughter of two-time F1 World Champion Mika Häkkinen, joins its Driver Development Programme as she moves toward her single-seater debut. Set to make the jump from karting to single-seaters in 2027, Häkkinen has already built an impressive karting résumé. She claimed her first major international win…

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McLaren confirm Lloyd and Stevens for 2026 F1 Academy season
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McLaren expands F1 Academy line-up with second car for 2026

McLaren Racing has announced an expansion in its Driver Development Programme and will enter a second car into the 2026 F1 Academy season. Ella Lloyd will continue driving for McLaren and will be joined by Ella Stevens. The pair will drive in cars operated by Rodin Motorsport. Additionally, Mika Häkkinen’s daughter, Ella Häkkinen, will also…

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Ugo Ugochukwu, McLaren Development Driver, Prema Racing, F3 2025,
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McLaren junior Ugochukwu “pretty happy with the progression throughout the year” after “challenging” 2025 F3 rookie season

Despite finishing 16th in the 2025 FIA Formula 3 Drivers’ Championship, Ugo Ugochukwu insists his confidence is only growing. The 18-year-old American, now with Campos Racing after racing with Prema for a third consecutive season, sees the campaign as a year of progress, reflection, and preparation for greater challenges ahead. Assessing the 2025 F3 Campaign…

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Matteo De Palo joins the McLaren Driver Development Programme.
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McLaren signs Matteo De Palo to their Driver Development Programme

McLaren Racing have confirmed 18 year-old Matteo De Palo as their newest addition to the Driver Development Programme ahead of the 2026 Formula 3 season. After an extremely competitive 2025 season, the Italian became vice-champion in the Formula Regional European Championship by Alpine (FRECA). However, set to race with Trident in F3 next year, De…

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F2's Alex Dunne has announced that he has mutually parted ways with McLaren F1 Team's Driver Development Programme effective immediately
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Alex Dunne parts ways with the McLaren Driver Development Programme with immediate effect

Alex Dunne has announced the mutual decision between himself and McLaren to part ways effective immediately. The Irish Formula 2 driver joined the McLaren Driver Development Programme in the May of 2024. This announcement has come in the wake of junior team switch rumours. Comments from Dunne himself The Irish driver took to social media…

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Brando Badoer to race with Rodin Motorsport in 2026 Formula 3
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Brando Badoer joins Rodin Motorsport for 2026 Formula 3 season

Rodin Motorsport have announced Brando Badoer, a member of the McLaren Driver Development Programme, as their first driver signing for the 2026 FIA Formula 3 Championship. The 19-year-old Italian will return to the category for a second consecutive season, this time with a new team and renewed ambitions. Gaining experience in 2025 Badoer made his…

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F2 Alex Dunne tops Free Practice in Baku, setting his sights on Pole Position
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Dunne sets his eyes of F2 pole position on his first visit to Baku

This weekend’s F2 Azerbaijan GP marks Alex Dunne’s first trip to the Baku Street Circuit. Dunne set a 1:55.720 in Free Practice, kicking off his weekend on the right foot. The Irishman reflected positively on this performance stating the slow build into the session is exactly what he aimed for. Dunne described his first outing…

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Alex Dunne with McLaren team member after crossing the line at the 2025 F2 Round in Spa-Francorchamps
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“I’m improving every weekend”: Dunne reflects on evolution as F2 driver after penalty denies 2025 victory in Spa

For a moment, it seemed like Alex Dunne had delivered the perfect comeback. From pole position at Spa-Francorchamps, the McLaren junior controlled the 2025 F2 Feature Race from start to finish. He built a gap, responded under pressure, and drove with calm authority — a marked difference from his 2024 F3 appearance at the same…

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