There were differing fortunes for ART in China, with Team Manager Pierre Soullier admitting that fielding three rookies presented various challenges.

It was a weekend of differing fortunes for ART Grand Prix at the season opener, with Team Manager Pierre Soullier admitting that fielding three rookie drivers presented various challenges in Shanghai

‘We’re missing a bit of aggression’ – Soullier gives verdict on mixed ART Grand Prix performance in Shanghai

It was a promising opening weekend in Shanghai for Lisa Billard, as she became one of just two rookies to score in both Round 1 races.

Billard identifies targets after promising start to the season in Shanghai

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?

Gatorade announces its sponsorship of F1 ACADEMY rookie driver Lisa Billard for 2026, marking its mission to make performance support accessible. 

Gatorade today announces its sponsorship of F1 ACADEMY rookie driver Lisa Billard, marking its mission to make performance support accessible. 

Gatorade aims to accelerate women’s sports through partnership with F1 ACADEMY rookie driver Lisa Billard for 2026 season

Join Round 6 Wild Card driver, Lisa Billard and her team Hitech TGR as they show us how a racing seat is made bespoke for each racing driver.

WATCH: How a Race Seat Is Made with Lisa Billard and Hitech TGR

WATCH: How a race seat is made with Lisa Billard and Hitech TGR

The 16-year-old has been announced as the Wild Card entry for Round 6 of the F1 ACADEMY season, representing the series' Official Partner, Gatorade. 

Lisa Billard has been announced today as the Wild Card entry for Round 6 of the F1 ACADEMY season at the FORMULA 1 SINGAPORE AIRLINES SINGAPORE GRAND PRIX 2025, representing the series' Official Partner, Gatorade.

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