DORIANE PIN Dominates Shanghai F1 Academy Race 2 for Championship Lead

March 23, 2025

by F1 // from www.formula1.com

• DORIANE PIN seized control of the F1 Academy championship fight with a masterful Shanghai performance, converting pressure into perfection by overtaking polesitter MAYA WEUG at the rolling start and maintaining her advantage through a Safety Car restart. The Mercedes driver’s commanding two-second victory margin wasn’t just impressive—it was a statement that she’s the one to beat this season.
• CHLOE CHAMBERS continues building momentum with her second consecutive podium finish, proving her Race 1 breakthrough wasn’t a fluke. The Red Bull Ford driver had to earn this one though, dispatching ALBA LARSEN after a proper multi-lap scrap for third place that showcased exactly the kind of wheel-to-wheel racing we want to see more of in women’s motorsport.
• The midfield battle delivered its own drama as EMMA FELBERMAYR pulled off a late-race overtake on Race 1 winner ALISHA PALMOWSKI with just two laps remaining, while ALBA LARSEN’s fierce defensive driving as the highest-finishing rookie in fourth proved these newcomers aren’t just making up the numbers—they’re here to compete at the sharp end from day one.

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