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MAYA WEUG’s Seat Search Frustrates SUSIE WOLFF Despite Strong F1 Academy Run

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August 22, 2026

GRRL! SUMMARY:

  • MAYA WEUG finished runner-up to DORIANE PIN in 2025 F1 Academy with three wins and nine podiums but cannot secure a 2026 race seat, calling it her “toughest year” despite strong performance.
  • SUSIE WOLFF expressed frustration over WEUG’s situation, noting champion PIN received fully funded progression to LMP2 and F1 testing while WEUG faces limited options despite nearly winning the title.
  • WEUG made three Belcar appearances with ART Racing and earned a podium on GT debut, but Ferrari 296 GT3 test and anticipated Zolder 24 Hours entry failed to materialize into opportunities.
  • WOLFF emphasized F1 Academy’s impact funding 19 drivers across seven F1-platform weekends with 11 supported by F1 teams, while acknowledging ongoing analysis of how to better facilitate driver progression.

UPCOMING:

  • F1 Academy Round at Zandvoort – August 23-24, 2026

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GRRL! summary based upon reporting by Lydia Mee originally appearing on www.motorsport.com