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Formula 1’s all-female series F1 Academy will be holding all seven of its 2024 rounds at F1 events this season, the first of which will take place at this week’s Saudi Arabian Grand Prix. Here are nine things to watch
The F1 Academy’s 2024 season will consist of all seven rounds taking place at F1 races, beginning with the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix this week. The championship is gaining prominence after only featuring one event on the F1 support bill in its debut season last year. Teams are supporting one driver each, competing in the team’s livery or series branding in the Formula 4-level championship. Points towards an F1 superlicence will be awarded for the first time, with the 2024 champion earning 10 points. Doriane Pin, a standout talent, is the frontrunner for the title, while Maya Weug, Ferrari’s driver academy member, is expected to provide strong competition. Despite Weug’s step back to F1 Academy, she remains a contender for the title and a potential return to the Formula Regional European Championship. Both drivers have shown promising performances in pre-season testing, setting the stage for an exciting season ahead.
