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One of the stars of F1 Academy in 2024 is American rookie Chloe Chambers, Motorsport Week spoke exclusively with the Haas-nominated driver.
American driver Chambers is currently ranked fourth in the F1 Academy Drivers’ standings and is among the three drivers who have secured a race victory this season, alongside Abbi Pulling and Doriane Pin. Racing for Campos under the Haas Formula 1 banner, the talented 19-year-old racer has showcased her growth throughout the 2024 season, starting with karting at the age of eight and making her single-seater debut in 2021 in the F4 United States Championship. Her racing journey led her to the W Series in 2022 and the 2023 Porsche Sprint Challenge North America where she achieved remarkable success. Chambers also competed in the Castrol Toyota Formula Regional Oceania Championship in 2023, making history as the first female polesitter and race winner.
Last December, Chambers signed with Fernando Alonso’s A14 Management, a critical move that paved the way for her collaboration with Haas in the current F1 Academy campaign. Having observed a Haas grand prix weekend at Silverstone firsthand, Chambers gained valuable insights by participating in driver debriefs and interacting with the team’s engineers. As a rookie in the F1 Academy for the first time in 2024, Chambers navigates the evolving series landscape while enjoying being part of the prestigious F1 calendar, especially relishing the opportunity to race in Miami and claim victory in Barcelona.
The F1 Academy schedule has offered a diverse range of circuits, from Jeddah to Miami, Barcelona to Zandvoort, and Singapore, with upcoming rounds in Qatar and Abu Dhabi ensuring a varied experience for the 15 full-time drivers. Chambers expressed enthusiasm for the unique opportunity the F1 Academy provides for driver development, recognizing the distinct advantages of competing in a series with such a diverse track selection.
