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Mercedes junior Doriane Pin is to have a new position within the team for the 2026 season.
Mercedes’ junior driver Doriane Pin will take on a development driver role in 2026 following her F1 Academy title win. The 22-year-old French racer clinched victory in the all-female racing championship by defeating Ferrari’s Maya Weug in Las Vegas. Pin will now join the roster at Mercedes, working on simulator and development tasks for the team. Additionally, she will attend various grands prix and mentor the upcoming F1 Academy driver. Details of her racing program for the 2026 season will be revealed soon. In her statement, Pin expressed gratitude for the opportunity and highlighted her growth within the Junior Programme. Team representative Bradley Lord commended Pin’s skills and dedication, emphasizing her readiness for the new role as Development Driver. This step marks a significant progression in Pin’s motorsport career, setting the stage for further achievements both on and off the track.
