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

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.

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