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Three-time W Series Champion and Indy NXT competitor Jamie Chadwick spoke to Motorsport Week regarding the launch of her all-new,
The year-long programme, developed in partnership with Daytona Motorsport, aims to enhance female involvement in motorsport by addressing financial obstacles. The initiative begins with free karting sessions for girls aged eight and above at various Daytona venues on International Women’s Day, followed by ‘The Jamie Chadwick Series,’ an all-female karting championship held at three Daytona locations. Champion racer Jamie Chadwick will mentor participants, offering exclusive insights into the F1 team at Williams Academy and personal mentorship for the championship winner. Chadwick expressed her enthusiasm for tackling grassroots-level challenges in motorsport and providing young girls with opportunities for progression in the sport. With initiatives like Chadwick’s programme and others like the F1 Academy Discover Your Drive, efforts are being made to boost female participation in racing beyond the current 13% in karting, aiming for a more inclusive and diverse motorsport landscape.
