DORIANE PIN Makes History as First Woman to Drive Mercedes F1 Car

April 18, 2026

• DORIANE PIN, 22, made history as first woman to drive for Mercedes F1, piloting the championship-winning W12 at Silverstone for 76 laps covering over 200 kilometers in private testing.
• The French driver received direct support from Mercedes leadership including SUSIE WOLFF, F1 Academy leader, who sent encouragement via video message before the landmark session commenced.
• This breakthrough moment represents both personal achievement for PIN and signals broader momentum toward increased female participation across all levels of Formula 1 competition.

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