JOANNE CICONTE Makes F1 Academy History at 16 with MP Motorsport Debut

March 5, 2025

by Darius Needham // from formulanerds.com

• At just 16, Melbourne’s JOANNE CICONTE becomes the youngest driver in the 2025 F1 Academy lineup with MP Motorsport, bringing serious karting credentials including her 2023 Australian Karting Championship Pink Plate victory. Starting karting at nine and now making the jump to single-seaters, she’s proving that age is just a number when you’ve got the talent to back it up.
• CICONTE joins a competitive field featuring Ferrari Academy’s MAYA WEUG and rising star ALBA HURUP LARSEN, creating what promises to be one of the most talent-packed F1 Academy seasons yet. This isn’t just about adding another name to the grid – it’s about MP Motorsport recognizing raw potential and giving it the platform it deserves.
• The 2025 season kicks off in Shanghai, where CICONTE will get her first taste of international single-seater competition on one of racing’s biggest stages. Her rookie campaign represents more than personal achievement – it’s another step forward in the F1 Academy’s mission to create legitimate pathways for women in motorsport, not just participation trophies.

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