CHIARA BATTIG Becomes Youngest F1 Academy Pole Sitter at Silverstone

July 3, 2026

• CHIARA BATTIG rewrites the record books at 16, becoming F1 Academy’s first wildcard pole sitter and youngest-ever qualifier topper in just her second session. The Swiss talent dominated Silverstone qualifying with a blistering 2:01 lap.
• Championship leader ALISHA PALMOWSKI struggled initially, languishing in 12th before a late surge moved her to second—two tenths behind BATTIG’s pace. The Red Bull-backed driver faces her toughest challenge yet from the debutant.
• LISA BILLARD led briefly after the pit break with three purple sectors and a 2:02.180, but couldn’t match BATTIG’s pace. The Gatorade-backed French driver secured third alongside Campos Racing teammates dominating the top positions.
• NINA GADEMAN showed early promise, topping timing sheets twice during the session before fading. The Alpine driver will start the reverse grid race from pole alongside veteran FELBERMAYR, seeking their first Silverstone victory.

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