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 Feature Race in Montreal, Jade Jacquet has received a time penalty.

Jacquet handed time penalty following Montreal Feature Race 

Kaylee Countryman was left feeling encouraged after she scored her first top-eight result in Qualifying.

Kaylee Countryman was left feeling encouraged after she scored her first top-eight result in Qualifying, with the Haas driver optimistic about her chances in Montreal.

‘Take the negatives and accept the positives’ — Countryman reveals challenge ahead first-ever Reverse Grid Race pole

Racing your rookie season in F1 ACADEMY is an exhilarating challenge in itself, but Kaylee Countryman has decided to go one step further.

Racing your rookie season in F1 ACADEMY is an exhilarating challenge in itself, but Kaylee Countryman has decided to go one step further and compete in another series simultaneously.

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