P1racenews AI automatic summary:
F1 has announced a multi-year agreement to play a major role in another racing category.
F1 has announced a “landmark agreement” with F1 Academy, revealing all current teams have pledged a multi-year partnership with the category, ensuring ongoing support for the all-female series. The commitment includes Cadillac joining F1 in 2026 and expanding its sponsorship to the F1 Academy grid in 2027. F1 Academy introduced a rule change allowing experienced drivers from past seasons an exemption to race in the series for a third season under the updated 2027 regulations. This exemption is granted to drivers who show strong potential for growth based on their performance. F1 Academy’s managing director, Susie Wolff, highlighted the significant support from all ten current Formula 1 teams and the addition of Cadillac, emphasizing a shared goal of building a pathway for future generations of female talent. The focus on individualized talent development, including the opportunity for stand out drivers to compete in up to three seasons, aims to fully support and nurture the best female talent in the F1 Academy grid.
