EMMA FELBERMAYR and FREDDIE SLATER Lead Audi’s Driver Development Programme

August 9, 2026

• EMMA FELBERMAYR enters second F1 ACADEMY season with enhanced physical conditioning support, benefiting from full-body scans and structured strength programs while receiving mentorship from former series competitor CARRIE SCHREINER through regular strategy calls.
• FREDDIE SLATER progresses through Formula 3 with comprehensive evaluation protocols, conducting post-race debriefs with Allan McNish while accessing media training and engineering development resources from Audi’s technical departments including former Head of Race Engineering support.
• McNish deliberately staged media exposure for FELBERMAYR, reducing social media commitments during her debut 2025 season to prevent burnout, employing careful timing before introducing full promotional responsibilities when she demonstrated readiness for expanded spotlight.
• Development programme philosophy emphasizes learning from mistakes over perfection, with McNish acknowledging even current F1 drivers make errors while creating supportive environment allowing prospects to develop judgment and recovery skills essential for top-level competition.

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