Following the conclusion of the F1 ACADEMY Feature Race in Austin, Alba Larsen has been handed a grid penalty.

Larsen penalised following Austin Feature Race

Alba Larsen admitted she was struggling to find the words after claiming her maiden F1 ACADEMY victory in the Reverse Grid Race in Austin.

Alba Larsen admitted she was struggling to find the words after claiming her maiden F1 ACADEMY victory in the Reverse Grid Race at the Circuit of the Americas, describing the emotion of hearing the Danish national anthem from the top step of the podium.

‘This shows exactly the potential I’ve had all year’ – Larsen reflects on emotional maiden F1 ACADEMY victory in Austin

Alisha Palmowski has secured the Drivers’ title with a remarkable climb from P8 to P2 in the Reverse Grid Race at the Circuit of the Americas, 

Alisha Palmowski has secured the 2026 F1 ACADEMY Drivers’ title with a remarkable climb from eighth to second in the Reverse Grid Race at the Circuit of the Americas. 

REVERSE GRID RACE: Palmowski seals 2026 F1 ACADEMY title as Larsen claims maiden victory in Austin

Nina Gademan and Alba Larsen secured a third consecutive double podium for MP Motorsport in the F1 ACADEMY Opening Race in Austin. 

Nina Gademan and Alba Larsen secured a third consecutive double podium for MP Motorsport in the F1 ACADEMY Opening Race in Austin. The teammates had to fight one another to the chequered flag after a contentious overtake earlier in the race.

‘I’m not sure I agree with this decision’ – Gademan and Larsen offer differing perspectives on Austin Opening Race battle

The 17-year-old has become the first driver confirmed for the 2027 F1 ACADEMY season, with the Dane permitted to contest a third year in the series.

Alba Larsen has become the first driver confirmed for the 2027 F1 ACADEMY season, with the 17-year-old remaining with Ferrari.

Larsen to return for third F1 ACADEMY campaign in 2027 with Ferrari

We sat down with Mercedes driver Payton Westcott and Ferrari-backed Alba Larsen to discover what life actually looks like in F1 ACADEMY.

We sat down with Mercedes driver Payton Westcott and Ferrari backed Alba Larsen to discover what life actually looks like in F1 ACADEMY.

WATCH: What it takes to be an F1 ACADEMY driver with Alba Larsen and Payton Westcott

The Ferrari driver ended her running in Navarra top of the timesheets, going fastest of all on the second and final day of the in-season test.

Alba Larsen ended her running in Navarra top of the timesheets, going fastest of all on the second and final day of the in-season test.
The Ferrari driver’s 1:46.502 put her 0.065s ahead of Emma Felbermayr in the morning segment, with Rachel Robertson a further tenth behind. In the afternoon, it was Felbermayr who led the way, going just 0.016s quicker than Palmowski, with Robertson netting her second consecutive top-three time.


Larsen leads the field on Day 2 of in-season testing in Navarra

MP Motorsport Team Manager Wouter Blokhuis was full of praise for his trio after they enjoyed their most complete weekend yet at Zandvoort.

MP Motorsport Team Manager Wouter Blokhuis was full of praise for his trio after they enjoyed their most complete weekend yet at Zandvoort, with Alba Larsen and Nina Gademan sharing the podium in both races and Esmee Kosterman breaking into the points for the first time this year.

‘Finally we’ve shown what she is capable of’ - Blokhuis hails MP Motorsport’s Zandvoort breakthrough

The Ferrari driver was conflicted after contending for the Feature Race victory, ultimately having to settle for her second P2 finish of the weekend

Alba Larsen was conflicted after contending with Alisha Palmowski for the Feature Race victory in Zandvoort and ultimately having to settle for her second P2 finish of the weekend

Larsen delighted with double podium in Zandvoort but rues missed Feature Race victory

Alba Larsen made an encouraging return to the front row, finishing second in Qualifying at Zandvoort, after just missing out on her maiden pole.

Alba Larsen made an encouraging return to the front row, finishing second in Qualifying at Zandvoort, after just missing out on her maiden pole position.

‘I think I was the best to adapt to the conditions’ - Larsen conflicted after return to the front row in Zandvoort

Larsen is hoping that her maiden British F4 podium can help revitalise her season after a strong showing on the opening day of testing at Zandvoort.

Alba Larsen is hoping that her maiden British F4 podium can help revitalise her season after a strong showing on the opening day of F1 ACADEMY in-season testing at Zandvoort.
Clocking in a 1:37.392, the Ferrari driver secured the second-fastest time of the morning and the third-best time overall — 0.246s slower than Day 1 leader Alisha Palmowski.


Larsen says British F4 podium has restored confidence at Zandvoort testing after Silverstone setback

Alba Larsen, Esmee Kosterman and Nina Gademan gave it everything in a football shootout challenge, but who came out on top?️

On this episode of F1 ACADEMY Weekend Wrapped, MP Motorsport swapped the track for the pitch in Montreal! Alba Larsen, Esmee Kosterman, and Nina Gademan gave it everything in a football shootout challenge, but who came out on top?️

WATCH: MP Motorsport Take On a Football Shootout Challenge

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

Following the conclusion of the F1 ACADEMY Reverse Grid Race in Montreal, three drivers have been penalised.

Larsen, Lloyd and Fisher penalised following Montreal Reverse Grid Race

We handed the mic to our drivers to talk through their designs, sharing the personal touches that make each helmet unmistakably their own.

A driver’s helmet is there for more than just safety, it’s a defining part of their on-track identity. Instantly recognisable, it showcases not only who is behind the wheel but tells a story of who they are beneath the visor.
But what inspired their 2026 creations? We handed the mic to our drivers to talk through their designs for this season, as they share the inspirations and personal touches that make each helmet unmistakably their own.


'For everyone it’s a sign of personality’ - The 2026 grid share the stories behind their helmet designs

Alba Larsen is ready to take the golden opportunity of racing for Ferrari in F1 ACADEMY with both hands and set her sights on being crowned Champion.

After a rookie season full of missed opportunities, Alba Larsen is ready to take the golden opportunity of racing for Ferrari in F1 ACADEMY with both hands and set her sights on being crowned this year’s Champion.

‘Every opportunity I get, we go for the big stuff’ – Larsen lays out her ambitions for success in 2026

Team Manager ⁠Wouter Blokhuis believes that the potential is there to challenge at the front after all three drivers exhibited glimpses of promise.

Although MP Motorsport left the Shanghai International Circuit with mixed feelings, Team Manager ⁠Wouter Blokhuis believes that the potential is there to challenge at the front of the field after all three drivers exhibited glimpses of promise.

Blokhuis vows MP Motorsport ‘will come back stronger’ after enduring contrasting fortunes in Shanghai 

Alba Larsen sealed her first front row start in Qualifying but revealed that there are still improvements to be made over the rest of the weekend.

Alba Larsen sealed her first front row start in Qualifying at the Shanghai International Circuit but revealed that there are still improvements to be made over the rest of the weekend.

Larsen admits ‘there’s a little bit more to find’ in Shanghai following her best-ever Qualifying result 

As the 2026 grid fills up, find out more about the drivers announced for the upcoming F1 ACADEMY campaign.

With two months to go until the fourth F1 ACADEMY campaign kicks off in Shanghai, the grid is rapidly taking shape. Meeting new faces and welcoming back returning favourites, here is the lowdown on the 16 full-time drivers that have been confirmed for 2026 so far…

Who are the 2026 F1 ACADEMY drivers?

Alba Larsen will return for a second F1 ACADEMY campaign in 2026, with Ferrari selecting the Danish racer to represent them next season.

Alba Larsen joins Ferrari for the 2026 season

Alba Larsen is chasing down a maiden podium finish in Las Vegas after recording her first top-three Qualifying performance since Shanghai.

Alba Larsen has come full circle to claim third place in Qualifying for the first time since the season opener in Shanghai, giving her the strongest opportunity to chase down a maiden podium finish in Las Vegas.

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