Ready for Round 1 of the British Champions of the Future Academy Program

SHORTS: Ready for Round 1 of the British Champions of the Future Academy Program

Our Champions of the Future Academy Program karters give you the lowdown on the British Series

SHORTS: Our Champions of the Future Academy Program drivers give you the lowdown on the British Series

SHORTS: Our Champions of the Future Academy Program karters give you the lowdown on the British Series

Payton Westcott talks through her journey from karting in the Champions of the Future Academy Program to F1 ACADEMY

SHORTS: Payton Westcott talks through her journey from Champions of the Future Academy Program to F1 ACADEMY

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Here’s everything to get you up to speed with all you need to know about the how the new format works and why it is being introduced.

F1 ACADEMY is shaking up selected race weekends with a brand new three-race format hitting the track soon.
Here’s everything to get you up to speed on the exciting addition with all you need to know about how it works, why it is being introduced and how the new points on offer could shake up the title fight. 


EXPLAINED: What is the ‘Opening Race’ and new three-race F1 ACADEMY weekend format?

F1 ACADEMY is introducing a new three-race weekend for select events, debuting at Round 2 in Montreal and returning at Round 5 in Austin.

F1 ACADEMY has today announced the introduction of a new three-race weekend format for select events in 2026 and beyond, debuting at Round 2 at Circuit Gilles Villeneuve in Montreal, Canada, and returning at Round 5 at the Circuit of the Americas, Austin, USA.

F1 ACADEMY introduces three-race weekend format in Montreal and Austin

As a Development Driver for Team Peugeot TotalEnergies, Pin will participate in the 2026 World Endurance Championship Rookie Test in Bahrain.

2025 F1 ACADEMY Champion Doriane Pin has been announced as a Development Driver for Team Peugeot TotalEnergies. The Frenchwoman will also participate in the 2026 FIA World Endurance Championship Rookie Test in Bahrain this November, contributing to the development of the PEUGEOT 9X8 Hypercar.

Doriane Pin appointed Development Driver for Team Peugeot TotalEnergies in the FIA World Endurance Championship

A new era of F1 ACADEMY DISCOVER YOUR DRIVE took shape as our karters tackled the inaugural round of the British Champions of the Future Academy. 

A new era of F1 ACADEMY DISCOVER YOUR DRIVE took shape as our eight young karters tackled the inaugural round of the British Champions of the Future Academy. 
The national-level feeder series for the COTFA International Series pushed the drivers into unknown territory, with their debut at the newly-opened Silverstone Kart Circuit and for many, their first experience of the OK-N and Mini 60 machinery.
Despite cold temperatures and mixed conditions, Lizzy Mentier lit up the track with a double podium, whilst our newest crop of talent each made strides across the weekend.

Launching into the unknown: British Champions of the Future Academy Round 1 Recap

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

Jade Jacquet faced her fair share of challenges throughout her debut F1 ACADEMY weekend in Shanghai, one of which earned her a grid penalty.

Jade Jacquet faced her fair share of challenges throughout her debut F1 ACADEMY weekend in Shanghai, one of which ended up earning her a grid penalty for the next round.

Jade Jacquet concedes she ‘made some mistakes’ after Shanghai Race 2 crash but insists she’ll learn from them

The F1 ACADEMY grid got off the mark in Shanghai, but who's first impression has you backing them for title glory this season?

POLL: Who do you think will be the 2026 F1 ACADEMY Champion?

Although she came close to breaking into the top 10 in Shanghai, Ella Stevens was left wanting more after completing her first weekend in F1 ACADEMY.

‘I’m capable of doing a lot better’ – Stevens determined to progress after ticking off debut F1 ACADEMY weekend

With a wide-range of racing action in April and May, here’s where you can see your favourite past and present F1 ACADEMY racers in action.

Although there’s two months to wait until F1 ACADEMY returns in Montreal, you don’t have to look far to get your racing fix.
From single-seaters to sportscars, several of our past and present stars are hitting the track across the break, so here’s an up-to-date round up of where you can see your favourite racers in action in April and May.


Where to watch current and former F1 ACADEMY drivers in action in April and May

Team Manager Gabriela Parra praised her drivers for their significant points haul in Shanghai but admitted that there is plenty to work to do.

Team Manager Gabriela Parra praised her drivers for their significant points haul in Shanghai but admitted that there is plenty to work to do for Campos Racing as they look to contend for the Teams’ title.

Parra hails Campos’ incredible step forward but admits ‘bittersweet taste’ after losing out on Race 2 victory

Ella Lloyd, Abbi Pulling and Bianca Bustamante took to the track in the ABB Formula E World Championship’s Rookie Test in Madrid.

Ella Lloyd and F1 ACADEMY alumni Abbi Pulling and Bianca Bustamante took to the track on Sunday, as the trio participated in the ABB Formula E World Championship’s Rookie Test in Madrid.

Lloyd, Pulling and Bustamante make their mark on Formula E’s Rookie Test in Madrid

 Ella Lloyd bounced back from a disappointing Qualifying performance to reach the top five in Race 2 at the Shanghai International Circuit.

Ella Lloyd bounced back from a disappointing Qualifying performance to reach the top five in Race 2 at the Shanghai International Circuit, giving her hope that she can target stronger results going forward.


‘I made as much progress as I could’ – Lloyd believes ‘the pace is there’ after Shanghai recovery

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

Rodin Motorsport Team Principal Benn Huntingford had nothing but good things to say about Emma Felbermayr’s performance in Shanghai.

Rodin Motorsport Team Principal Benn Huntingford had nothing but good things to say about Emma Felbermayr’s performance in Shanghai, with the 19-year-old instrumental in taking the squad to the top of the Teams' Standings. 

Huntingford praises Felbermayr’s hard work in stellar weekend for Rodin

Payton Westcott undoubtedly made her mark in her first F1 ACADEMY race weekend of her rookie season, claiming a maiden podium in Race 2.

Payton Westcott undoubtedly made her mark in her first F1 ACADEMY race weekend of her rookie season, hitting the ground running to claim her maiden podium during Race 2 in Shanghai.

Westcott satisfied with ‘very smart’ drive to maiden podium in Shanghai

Alisha Palmowski was left disappointed after she was unable to convert pole position into victory in Race 2 at the Shanghai International Circuit.

Alisha Palmowski was left disappointed after she was unable to convert pole position into victory in Race 2 at the Shanghai International Circuit, blaming the result on her poor start on the opening lap.

‘That’s where the race was lost for me’ – Palmowski determined to find positives after missing out on Race 2 win in Shanghai

Emma Felbermayr was delighted with her impressive performance in Race 2, proving that she is not to be underestimated in the title fight.

Emma Felbermayr was delighted with her impressive performance in Shanghai as she improved on her Race 1 podium to secure victory in a close-fought Race 2, proving that she is not to be underestimated in the title fight.

‘I can be one of the favourites now’ – Felbermayr buoyed by statement drive to victory in Shanghai 

Following the conclusion of F1 ACADEMY Race 2 in Shanghai, Rachel Robertson and Jade Jacquet have both been handed grid penalties.

Robertson and Jacquet penalised following Shanghai Race 2

Catch up with all the action as Emma Felbermayr wins a dramatic Race 2 in Shanghai and takes an early lead in the F1 ACADEMY Drivers' Standings.

Highlights: 2026 Round 1 Race 2 in Shanghai

HIGHLIGHTS: Felbermayr wraps up successful Shanghai weekend with Race 2 victory

Emma Felbermayr kept her cool in a thrilling final lap sprint to the chequered flag to secure an impressive victory in Shanghai Race 2.

Emma Felbermayr kept her cool in a thrilling final lap sprint to the chequered flag to secure an impressive victory and her second podium of the weekend, marking a fantastic start to the season for the Audi driver.

RACE 2: Felbermayr seizes sensational victory in action-packed Shanghai race

Emma Felbermayr was delighted as she converted her P6 start into a podium in Race 1 after narrowly escaping a race-ending incident with Alba Larsen.

Emma Felbermayr was delighted as she converted her P6 start into a podium finish in Race 1 after narrowly escaping a race-ending incident with Alba Larsen.

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