ANNABEL KENNEDY Makes History as First Woman on Indian F4 Podium at Chennai

August 27, 2025

• Australia’s ANNABEL KENNEDY shattered barriers by becoming the first woman to reach the Indian F4 podium, climbing from fourth to third in Race 1 after a post-race promotion. Her historic achievement comes just one round into her single-seater career, proving that we’re witnessing something special unfold. Kennedy showcased remarkable pace throughout the weekend, posting lap times consistently in the 1:42s and demonstrating the racecraft to capitalize when opportunities arose.
• Austria’s CLARA STIEBLEICHINGER continued building on her impressive debut by securing her first top-five finish in fourth place during Race 1. The rookie consistently battled at the front of the field, running competitive lap times and showing she belongs in the thick of midfield battles. While technical setbacks and contact from competitors cost her potential podiums in later races, Stiebleichinger proved her speed isn’t a fluke with multiple points-scoring performances.
• Singapore’s KAREEN KAUR faced the steepest learning curve of the trio, dealing with technical gremlins that included going a lap down in the final race due to car issues. Despite these setbacks, she managed her best finish of the season with seventh place in Race 1 and consistently improved her pace throughout the weekend. We’re seeing a driver who refuses to let mechanical problems derail her development, steadily closing the gap to her more experienced competitors.

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