DORIANE PIN Chases F1 Dream as Mercedes Development Driver
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April 8, 2026
GRRL! SUMMARY:
- DORIANE PIN captured F1 ACADEMY championship while advancing through Mercedes Development program, maintaining singular focus on reaching Formula 1 grid since karting debut at nine years old.
- Started seeking sponsorship at just 11 years old, demonstrating business acumen beyond her years while pursuing professional racing career through junior formulas and endurance racing.
- Tackled Le Mans 24 Hours among career highlights, caught attention of Mercedes Junior Programme scouts, earning coveted Development Driver role with German manufacturer’s F1 operation.
UPCOMING:
- Beyond The Grid podcast episode featuring Doriane Pin now available
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GRRL! summary based upon reporting by F1 originally appearing on www.formula1.com
