EMMA FELBERMAYR Leads As F1 Academy Expands Calendar With New Race Format

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April 3, 2026

GRRL! SUMMARY:

  • EMMA FELBERMAYR commands early championship lead after taking feature race victory at Shanghai International Circuit, sitting six points clear of ALISHA PALMOWSKI with rookie season showing serious title form.
  • MP Motorsport’s NINA GADEMAN claimed reverse grid victory in China but trails in third after fourth-place feature race finish limits her points haul in opening weekend.
  • Series innovates with three-race format at Canada and US GPs, using second-best qualifying lap for opening race grid—full points available means title implications multiply.
  • Jeddah cancellation triggers calendar restructure maintaining 14-race season, with new opening races at Montreal and Austin offering increased track time for championship contenders.

UPCOMING:

  • Canadian Grand Prix – May 22-24, 2026
  • United States Grand Prix – October 23-25, 2026

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GRRL! summary based upon reporting by Sam Cook originally appearing on www.gpfans.com