BIANCA BUSTAMANTE Signs McLaren as First Female Driver

October 19, 2023

Originally Written by Jonathan Harding // from dw.com

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18-year-old Bianca Bustamante has signed with McLaren’s Driver Development Program, becoming the first female driver to join the British team. She will compete in the 2024 F1 Academy season with McLaren’s livery.
Bustamante’s journey from karting in the Philippines to racing in F1 Academy has been full of sacrifices, including financial struggles and time away from family. Her perseverance has led her to major milestones, including her first F1 Academy win in 2023.
Inspired by Lewis Hamilton and determined to break barriers, Bustamante aims for a future in Formula 1. Her signing with McLaren is not just a step for her career but a groundbreaking moment for women in motorsport and aspiring racers in the Philippines.