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

Mathilda Paatz was jubilant as she rounded out an impressive Saturday in Montreal with her first series win in the Reverse Grid Race.

‘I had to hold back tears’ – Paatz overjoyed after day of firsts for Aston Martin

Catch up as Mathilda Paatz claimed her first win in F1 ACADEMY after a last lap penalty denied Rafaela Ferreira her maiden victory. 

Catch up on a dramatic Reverse Grid Race in Montreal as Mathilda Paatz claimed her first win in F1 ACADEMY after a last lap penalty denied Rafaela Ferreira her maiden victory. 

Highlights: 2026 Round 2 Reverse Grid Race in Montreal

HIGHLIGHTS: Paatz takes maiden victory after late Reverse Grid Race penalty drama in Montreal

It was a dramatic ending for Mathilda Paatz as the Aston Martin driver claimed both her first and the team’s maiden victory in the Reverse Grid Race.

It was a dramatic end for Mathilda Paatz as the Aston Martin driver claimed both her first and the team’s maiden F1 ACADEMY victory in the Reverse Grid Race.

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20/03/2009

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