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Legendary F1 world champion Mika Hakkinen’s daughter makes her racing debut this weekend
Ella Hakkinen, daughter of two-time Formula 1 world champion Mika Hakkinen, will debut in single-seater racing this weekend at the age of 15.
She will be competing in the Formula 4 Central European Zone Championship with Jenzer Motorsport, starting her journey in single-seaters in 2026.
Hakkinen’s debut in F4 CEZ will take place at the Red Bull Ring in Austria from April 10-12.
Having joined the McLaren driver development program at just 14, Ella has already shown her talent with wins and podium finishes in karting across Europe.
Her father Mika, a former F1 champion, believes Ella has the potential to become a future star in motorsport.
Ella’s entry into the McLaren program is a step forward for female representation in motorsport, aiming to inspire other talented women to pursue careers in racing.
With support from McLaren and partners like NEOM, the opportunity for women in motorsport is expanding, and Ella Hakkinen is set to make her mark on the sport.
