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F1 Academy extends F1 teams partnership but NEW NAME joins list
The all-female racing series F1 Academy has renewed its partnership with Formula 1 until 2026 and beyond, providing young female racing talent a platform to progress in their motorsport careers, with recent champion Abbi Pulling moving to the GB3 championship in 2025.
Initially held away from public eye, F1 Academy has expanded globally in recent years, now accompanying F1 for select races and backed by all 10 F1 teams.
The partnership has been extended, with all F1 teams reaffirming their commitment to the series for multiple years, and Cadillac joining as the newest sponsor from 2027.
Updates to regulations will now allow talented drivers to compete for a third season based on their performance, indicating a strong focus on nurturing talent.
F1 Academy’s recent growth has been substantial, with global broadcasts, a Netflix docu-series, and a clear commitment to supporting future generations of female drivers, as expressed by managing director Susie Wolff.
