P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Formula E’s second women’s test was its most competitive yet, indicating that a full-time female driver could be much closer than anyone realised.
The second edition of Formula E’s all-female test at the Circuit Ricardo Tormo in Valencia showcased the need for a team to offer a woman a full-time seat, with 14 female drivers participating in the historic event. It was noted that six cars remained unfilled, partly due to a clash with an F1 Academy test in Bahrain. Major names like three-time W Series champion Jamie Chadwick and F1 Academy driver Chloe Chambers impressed during the test, with Chambers particularly standing out by setting lap times comparable to seasoned drivers. The introduction of a second three-hour session played a significant role in the drivers’ improvement, allowing for more time to work with engineers and refine skills. Chambers’ impressive performance, including topping the timesheets and being close to full-time driver lap times, highlighted the progress made since the previous women’s test in 2024. The positive impact of official simulator roles, like Pulling’s with Nissan, was also emphasized, suggesting that more opportunities for simulator and on-track experience could further enhance female drivers’ performances in motorsport.
