AVA DOBSON Earns €50k F1 Academy Prize as Top Female GB4 Driver at Donington

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October 5, 2025

GRRL! SUMMARY:

  • AVA DOBSON secured the most important win of the weekend that nobody’s talking about – finishing as the top female driver in the GB4 championship and earning a €50,000 prize fund toward an F1 Academy drive next season. While the headlines focus on title battles, Dobson quietly delivered when it counted most.
  • Four women lined up for the Donington Park finale with DOBSON leading the female contingent in 12th, followed by HOLLY MIALL (Fox Motorsport), LILY-MAY WATKINS (KMR Sport), and CAITLYN MCDANIEL (Fox Motorsport). This representation shows we’re building real depth in the junior ranks, not just token participation.
  • The €50,000 F1 Academy prize fund represents exactly the kind of meaningful support that creates pathways rather than just photo opportunities. DOBSON’s achievement proves that consistent performance throughout a season matters more than one-off headlines, setting her up for the next crucial step in her career.

UPCOMING:

  • F1 Academy 2024 Season Announcement
  • Winter Testing Programs

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GRRL! summary based upon reporting by Steve Whitfield originally appearing on formulascout.com