F1 Academy Champ DORIANE PIN Credits HAMILTON as Career Inspiration

April 9, 2026

• DORIANE PIN secured 2025 F1 Academy title in second season with Mercedes backing, earning development driver role. The 22-year-old credits childhood idol Lewis Hamilton for inspiring her racing career.
• PIN’s earliest F1 memories trace to Hamilton’s 2014 Mercedes championship battle with Nico Rosberg. She watched races with her father, cementing Hamilton as her primary motorsport influence throughout development years.
• Joining Mercedes junior programme in 2024 connected PIN directly with Hamilton while he remained at Brackley. She received advice and support from the seven-time champion, maintaining contact even after his Ferrari move.
• PIN praises Mercedes family culture, highlighting accessibility to team resources and personnel. The French driver emphasizes collaborative environment within organization, crediting support system for championship success and ongoing development opportunities.

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