Catch up on a dramatic Reverse Grid Race in Montreal as Mathilda Paatz claimed her first win in F1 ACADEMY after a last lap penalty denied Rafaela Ferreira her maiden victory. 

Catch up as Mathilda Paatz claimed her first win in F1 ACADEMY after a last lap penalty denied Rafaela Ferreira her maiden victory. 

Highlights: 2026 Round 2 Reverse Grid Race in Montreal

The F1 ACADEMY Managing Director and series alumni have been named in the inaugural TIME Magazine’s 100 Most Influential People in Sports list 2026.

F1 ACADEMY Managing Director Susie Wolff and series alumni Amna Al Qubaisi have been named in the inaugural TIME Magazine’s 100 Most Influential People in Sports list for 2026.

Susie Wolff and Amna Al Qubaisi recognised in the 2026 TIME 100 Most Influential People in Sports list

The drivers reflect on their parents’ dedication, encouragement and share their gratitude for those who have stayed by their side from day one. 

Long before the F1 ACADEMY race weekends and the podium celebrations, there were the early mornings, hard days and countless sacrifices made to help each driver chase their dreams. 
It might all come down to the individual on track, but no one gets there alone. Every racer’s journey is made possible by the support system behind them — and often, that begins at home. 
This Global Day of Parents, F1 ACADEMY drivers Kaylee Countryman, Alba Larsen, Ella Lloyd, Alisha Palmowski and Payton Westcott reflect on their parents’ dedication, encouragement and share their gratitude for those who have stayed by their side from day one. 


‘They've always supported me no matter what’ - F1 ACADEMY drivers pay tribute on Global Day of Parents

Whether your favourite is part of the class of 2026 or a graduate, here’s where you can catch our drivers getting behind the wheel in June.

After an action-packed Round 2 in Montreal, we’re counting down the days until the F1 ACADEMY grid get back on track for our Silverstone debut in a month’s time. 

While we all wait patiently, there'll be no shortage of action in the meantime. Whether your favourite is part of the class of 2026 or a graduate, here’s where you can catch our drivers getting behind the wheel in June.


HIGHLIGHTS: Paatz takes maiden victory after late Reverse Grid Race penalty drama in Montreal