curated by GRRL! updated: January 28, 2026

Bio Excerpt: Annabel Kennedy went from Gold Coast hire karts to making Formula 4 history in just a few short years. The Queensland teenager’s casual karting hobby quickly evolved into serious business—two Pink Plate Event wins, multiple state podiums, and representation in the FIA Karting Academy Trophy. In... (full bio below ↓↓)

Anabel Kennedy

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Competing against the best drivers in the world, regardless of gender, is an opportunity I’ve been working toward for years. This is a chance to not only prove myself on the world stage but also inspire young female racers to chase their motorsport dreams

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first woman to podium in IRL F4

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(last updated 2026-01-27

Queensland teenager Annabel Kennedy is making waves in international motorsport, climbing from Gold Coast hire karts to Formula 4 podiums and representing Australia on the world stage.

EARLY YEARS

It started with a dad’s birthday present—a “fun day out” at Slideways Go Karting on the Gold Coast. What was meant to be a one-off laugh turned into something far more serious for the North Lakes student from St Benedict’s College, Mango Hill. Kennedy’s casual hobby quickly evolved into monthly race days, and before long, she’d joined the Ipswich Karting Club[1]. What began as mucking around in hire karts transformed into a legitimate racing career, proving that sometimes the best journeys start with zero expectations and a lot of throttle.

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EARLY SUCCESS

Kennedy earned her stripes in Australian karting, becoming a two-time winner at the Pink Plate Event in both KA3 Junior and KA3 Senior categories[2]. She racked up multiple podium finishes in state competitions and proved herself competitive in the SP Tools Australian Kart Championship. Her national and international karting résumé caught the attention of Ambition GP, leading to her first Formula 4 test—a pivotal step toward single-seater racing[3]. That test wasn’t just a box to tick; it was her ticket into the high-speed, high-stakes world of open-wheel competition.

NOTABLE ACHIEVEMENTS

2025: Selected to represent Australia in the FIA Karting Academy Trophy – Senior, competing in Portimao, Portugal, where she finished 14th in the opening round[4].
2025: Made her international single-seater debut in the FIA Indian F4 Championship with Hyderabad Blackbirds, securing top-ten finishes and points on debut[5].
2025: Became the first woman to stand on the podium in Indian F4 history, claiming third place at Madras Motor Race Track[6].
2025: Scored a remarkable P8 finish at Kari Motor Speedway despite racing with a damaged car[7].
2025: Secured pole position for the FIA Karting Academy Trophy Final after a strong performance in the heats[8].

INSPIRATIONS

Kennedy has her sights set on F1 Academy, the all-female racing series managed by Susie Wolff, wife of Mercedes Team Principal Toto Wolff[9]. The pathway is clear in her mind: prove herself in F4, work her way into F1 Academy, and keep climbing toward the pinnacle of motorsport. She’s not just dreaming about Formula 1—she’s actively fundraising and strategizing to make it happen[10].

REPUTATION

Kennedy is building a reputation as a gutsy competitor who doesn’t back down from a challenge. Racing with a damaged car and still finishing P8? That’s the kind of grit that gets noticed[11]. Her historic podium in Indian F4 wasn’t a fluke—it was the result of consistent performances, smart racecraft, and the ability to extract every ounce of speed from machinery that doesn’t always cooperate. She’s proving that Australian talent can compete internationally, even on unfamiliar circuits and in unfamiliar cars.

FUTURE GOALS/PLANS

Kennedy is actively fundraising through the Australian Sports Foundation to continue her progression in motorsport, with an F1 Academy seat firmly in her crosshairs[12]. The 2025 FIA Indian F4 Championship is her proving ground, and she’s using every race to build experience, confidence, and results. Beyond F4, her ultimate dream is to compete in Formula 1—a lofty goal, sure, but one she’s chasing with more than just hope. She’s got the podiums, the international experience, and the determination to back it up.