The all-female series, F1 Academy which made its debut in 2023 is set to join Formula 1 as support series in 2024. The series consists of five teams with three drivers each. The Academy aims to “develop and prepare young female drivers to progress to higher levels of competition.” The F1 Academy has a seven-race schedule for the 2023 season, with the final slated during the weekend of F1’s United States Grand Prix.
The F4-level series aims to offer opportunities to young female drivers. It consists of five teams, namely, ART Grand Prix, Campos Racing, MP Motorsport, Prema Racing and Rodin Carlin. Each team will have three drivers on the grid. Out of those 15 drivers, 10 will be nominated by an F1 team next year, and they will compete in the livery of the respective team.
Formula One Chief Executive Stefano Domenicali said in a statement, “Today is a very important moment as it shows the impact the project is having and the support it is receiving from across the F1 community. In 2024 the F1 Academy will join our race calendar, raising the awareness and profile of the series globally and to have the F1 liveries on the grid will be something very special."
The Managing Director of F1 Academy, Susie Wolf, praised the decision in the announcement. She said “First and foremost, I want to thank the Formula 1 teams for their support and vision as we embark on this journey together. This landmark moment not only demonstrates the depth of support for F1 Academy from across the F1 community but will inspire a whole generation of young girls to realise the opportunities both on and off track in motorsport.”
