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Formula 1 Academy has announced its inaugural champion Marta Garcia will receive a fully-funded seat in the Formula Regional European Championship by Alpine (FRECA) in 2024. Garcia wrapped up the t…
The Formula 1 Academy has announced that the inaugural champion, Marta Garcia, will receive a fully-funded seat in the Formula Regional European Championship by Alpine (FRECA) in 2024. The all-female series has gained significant interest and will be part of the F1-supporting calendar next year. Garcia’s seat will be funded by a combination of the F1 Academy, PREMA (who ran her in the F1 Academy), chassis manufacturer Tatuus, and tire supplier Pirelli. The FRECA has updated its regulations to allow teams a season-long fourth entry if they sign a top-three finisher from the F1 Academy championship. Garcia expressed her excitement for the opportunity and her determination to succeed. PREMA team principal Rene Rosin believes Garcia’s talent and potential make her a perfect fit for FRECA. To encourage participation in single-seater racing, F1 Academy will reduce the driver contribution needed for a 2024 race seat. F1 Academy managing director Susie Wolff sees this announcement as a significant moment in creating more opportunities for young women in motorsport and breaking down barriers.
Source: Racer
