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

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April 18, 2026

GRRL! SUMMARY:

  • DORIANE PIN logged 76 laps in the W12 at Silverstone, marking her maiden F1 test as Mercedes development driver following her 2025 F1 Academy title.
  • First woman to pilot a Mercedes F1 car, with George Russell and Kimi Antonelli supporting from the garage during this historic milestone moment.
  • Built confidence lap-by-lap adapting to the W12’s power and scale. Trackside engineering director Andrew Shovlin praised her preparation and ability to drive on the limit.
  • JESSICA HAWKINS previously tested with Aston Martin in 2023. Mercedes adviser Gwen Lagrue sees PIN as inspiration for next generation of female F1 prospects.

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GRRL! summary based upon reporting by Lydia Mee originally appearing on www.motorsport.com