MATHILDA PAATZ, ALBA LARSEN & MEGAN BRUCE Lead 2026 F1 Academy Charge

March 4, 2026

• PREMA’s MATHILDA PAATZ leads the German charge with Aston Martin support while teammate PAYTON WESTCOTT makes history as the first DISCOVER YOUR DRIVE graduate to earn a full-time seat. The American has already proven she belongs at this level after climbing through the development program.
• MP Motorsport brings serious depth with NINA GADEMAN’s proven pace, ALBA LARSEN’s Ferrari-backed consistency targeting podium contention, and rookie ESMEE KOSTERMAN stepping up from Wild Card appearances. The Dutch team has home advantage at Zandvoort for Kosterman’s development.
• ART Grand Prix fields an all-new lineup with French prospects LISA BILLARD and JADE JACQUET making their F1 Academy debuts alongside American KAYLEE COUNTRYMAN representing Haas. The French powerhouse’s development track record makes this an ideal environment for emerging talent.
• Rodin Motorsport’s ELLA LLOYD continues her McLaren-supported campaign building on championship experience, while teammate EMMA FELBERMAYR enters her second season with Audi backing after already proving she can compete for top results. Rookie ELLA STEVENS brings strong karting credentials to complete their lineup.

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