Lia Block
Formula racing // Park City, Utah, United States
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Lia Block, a motorsports racer, began her career at 11 in karting, influenced by her father Ken Block. She has achieved success in various disciplines including rallying, off-road racing, and open-wheel racing. Notable achievements include winning the 2023 American Rally Association Open Two-Wheel Drive class and competing in the 2024 F1 Academy series with Williams Racing’s ART Grand Prix team.
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Lia Block is a rising star in motorsports who became the youngest American Rally Association champion at age 17 and competes in the F1 Academy series with Williams Racing.
EARLY YEARS
Born on October 1, 2006, in Park City, Utah, Lia grew up immersed in racing culture as the daughter of rally legend Ken Block and Lucy Block. From a young age, she traveled with her father to World Rally Championship and Rally Cross events, developing a passion for motorsports. At 11, Lia began karting and quickly transitioned to off-road and rally racing within the same year, showing early promise with the full support of her family.
EARLY SUCCESS
Lia debuted in the American Rally Association at the 2021 Oregon Trail Rally, marking her entry into national competition. In 2022, she competed full-time in the ARA 2WD class, achieving two podiums and finishing 5th overall in the series. Her skill was further showcased in the Hoonicorn Vs The World 2 series, where she defeated most competitors with impressive car control. These early performances foreshadowed the championship success that would soon follow.
NOTABLE ACHIEVEMENTS
- 2021: Made her American Rally Association debut at the Oregon Trail Rally[3].
- 2022: Competed full-time in the American Rally Association season, achieving 2 podiums and finishing 5th overall in the 2WD class[3].
- 2023: Became the youngest champion in American Rally Association history by winning the O2WD class with 4 class wins[3].
- 2023: Signed with Carl Cox Motorsport to compete in the Extreme E season alongside Timo Scheider[3].
- 2023: Became the first female driver to compete in the Nitrocross Group E category[3].
- 2024: Competed in F1 Academy with Williams Racing Driver Academy and ART Grand Prix, scoring her first points in the series[3][5].
- 2024: Raced in Formula Winter Series, F4 Spanish Championship, and Italian F4 Championship[3].
REPUTATION
At just 17 years old, Lia has established herself as one of motorsport’s most promising young talents. Her historic ARA championship win showcased her natural ability and determination, while her progression to the F1 Academy series demonstrates her versatility across racing disciplines. In Singapore, she impressed with P4 qualifications in both races and strong defensive driving against more experienced competitors, earning respect for her resilience and adaptability. Coaches and fellow drivers note her continuous improvement and dedication to learning, traits that have accelerated her development.
FUTURE GOALS/PLANS
For 2025, Lia has been retained by Williams Racing and ART Grand Prix for the F1 Academy season, where she aims to secure top finishes and race wins. Her long-term vision is focused on breaking new ground as she aspires to become the first American female driver to compete in Formula One, leveraging her diverse racing experience across rallying, drag racing, and single-seater competitions.
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Lia Block Biography
Ken Block’s Daughter Lia Joins The Family Business
Lia Block Interview – F1 Academy
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