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F1 Academy has announced that the winner of the title this season will receive a fully-funded season in GB3.
Lena Bühler, the 2023 F1 Academy runner-up, proposed financial support for female talents in motorsport for “three to five years” to aid their progression in the sport. Bühler participated in the recent all-female Formula E test and emphasized the importance of initiatives like this for women in motorsport. Despite the progress, financial challenges remain a significant hurdle for female drivers, as noted by Bühler and the F1 Academy. The F1 Academy has introduced a new initiative to support female drivers, with the winner receiving full funding for a GB3 campaign and test days. Bühler supports these efforts but highlights the ongoing financial struggles faced by female drivers beyond the initial sponsorship. Bühler advocates for long-term financial support for a select group of promising female drivers to ensure their continued development and progression in motorsport. Financial constraints pose a significant barrier to increasing female participation in motorsport, underscoring the need for sustained support and funding.
