EMMA FELBERMAYR Joins Audi F1 Team as Official Driver for 2026 F1 Academy
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February 6, 2026
GRRL! SUMMARY:
- EMMA FELBERMAYR scored her breakthrough F1 Academy victory at Montreal during her rookie 2025 season, finishing 10th overall in the championship standings. The 19-year-old Austrian transitioned from karting to single-seaters with impressive results, including a top-five debut at Shanghai and consistent top-ten finishes that caught Audi’s attention.
- Audi officially signed FELBERMAYR as their F1 Academy representative for 2026, inducting her into their Driver Development Programme alongside access to technical expertise and performance resources. This partnership continues Audi’s legacy of supporting female drivers like Michèle Mouton and Rahel Frey, showing genuine commitment to diversity as they prepare for their Formula 1 entry.
- The deal keeps FELBERMAYR with Rodin Motorsport for her sophomore F1 Academy campaign while racing under Audi colors, positioning her as an ambassador for the manufacturer’s upcoming F1 project. She’s currently maximizing track time in the UAE F4 Series to prepare for what could be a championship-contending 2026 season with proper manufacturer backing.
UPCOMING:
- 2026 F1 Academy Season
- UAE F4 Series Winter Testing
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GRRL! summary based upon reporting by RACERS originally appearing on www.racers-behindthehelmet.com











