ALBA LARSEN, NINA GADEMAN & RACHEL ROBERTSON Rev Up F1 Academy
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June 24, 2026
GRRL! SUMMARY:
- ALBA LARSEN, 17-year-old Danish Ferrari driver, won FIA Girls on Track Rising Stars without a driving license, started karting during pandemic lockdown, and launched G.I.R.L. initiative to increase female karting participation.
- NINA GADEMAN worked three jobs delivering parcels and food to fund racing after parents separated, built massive social media following to attract sponsors, won her first F1 Academy race in Shanghai leading every lap.
- RACHEL ROBERTSON started karting just four years ago at 14, achieved highest wildcard finish (P4) in Las Vegas, secured 2026 F1 Academy seat after lightning-fast Navarra rookie test performance.
- All three drivers preparing for F1 Academy’s historic Silverstone debut during British Grand Prix’s 100th anniversary, with championship providing critical stepping stone toward F1 careers for emerging female talent.
UPCOMING:
- F1 Academy Silverstone debut – July 2026 during British Grand Prix 100th anniversary
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GRRL! summary based upon reporting by Isolde Walters originally appearing on www.tatler.com











