Jessica Edgar
Formula racing // Ennerdale and Kinniside, United Kingdom
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British racing driver Jessica Edgar, following her family’s 60+ year motorsport legacy, has achieved notable success in karting and single-seaters. She won several kart races, participated in the FIA Motorsport Games, and competed in the GB4 Championship and F1 Academy.
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FULL BIO: Jessica Edgar
Jessica Edgar is a British motorsport racer born into a family with deep racing roots dating back to 1960, currently competing in F1 Academy with Rodin Motorsport.
EARLY YEARS
Born into a motorsport dynasty, Jessica’s family tradition began when her great-grandfather Iredale Edgar bought his first kart in 1960. Her father Jason Edgar, owner of J Edgar Nissan in Cumbria, is a multiple British Karting Championship winner himself. The racing heritage runs through generations of her family, including her cousin Jonny Edgar who has competed in FIA F3 and won the F4 championship. As Jessica herself puts it, “This sport runs through my veins,” highlighting the profound impact her family’s legacy has had on her career choice.
EARLY SUCCESS
Jessica began her racing journey in 2010, competing in her first Bambino kart race at Fulbeck. By 2012, she secured second place in the Bambino ‘O’ Plate at Rowrah before moving to the Cadet Class in 2013. Her progression was rapid, becoming Rowrah Club Champion in the IAME Cadet category by 2017. In 2018, she transitioned to Mini X30, securing multiple race victories including first places at PFI and Shenington in the Super One championship. Her impressive 2019 season saw her finish second in the Motorsport UK Kartmasters Grand Prix and fourth in the British Kart Championship, establishing her as a promising talent ready for the leap to single-seater racing.
NOTABLE ACHIEVEMENTS
- 2010: First Bambino kart race at Fulbeck[1].
- 2012: 2nd place in Bambino ‘O’ Plate at Rowrah[1].
- 2017: Rowrah Club Champion in IAME Cadet category[1].
- 2018: 1st place at Super One Round 1 at PFI in Mini X30[1].
- 2018: 4th Overall in Super One Karting Championship (First Rookie)[1].
- 2019: 2nd in Motorsport UK Kartmasters Grand Prix[1].
- 2022: 7th overall in GB4 Championship with podium at Oulton Park[4].
- 2023: First British win in F1 Academy series in Austin, Texas[5].
- 2023: Three additional podium finishes in F1 Academy at Spielberg and Monza[4].
REPUTATION
At just 18 years old, Jessica has established herself as one of Britain’s most promising female racing talents. Her smooth transition from karting to single-seaters demonstrated her adaptability and natural skill behind the wheel. The 2023 season proved pivotal as she secured a historic win in Austin along with multiple podium finishes in the inaugural F1 Academy series. Her consistent point-scoring ability and racing intelligence have earned respect throughout the paddock, with many viewing her as representing the future of women in motorsport. Jessica’s rapid progression from karting prodigy to F1 Academy race winner showcases both her talent and determination.
FUTURE GOALS/PLANS
Jessica’s long-term ambition is to compete in the W Series, using her F1 Academy experience as a stepping stone toward this goal. With continued support from Rodin Motorsport and her partnership with American Express, she aims to climb the motorsport ladder and inspire more young women to pursue careers in racing.
References:
GB-4 Driver Profile: Jessica Edgar
Jessica Edgar Continues F1 Academy Journey with Rodin Motorsport
Jessica Edgar: This Sport Runs Through My Veins
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