Léna Bühler
Formula racing // Valeyres-sous-Montagny, Switzerland
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Léna Bühler, born July 9, 1997, transitioned from international BMX to karting in 2016, revealing her natural talents in motorsports. She debuted in Spanish Formula 4 in 2020, then joined the Formula Regional European Championship by Alpine. In 2023, she joined ART Grand Prix as the first F1 Academy driver, aiming to become a professional Formula 1 driver through hard work and perseverance.
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Léna Bühler is a Swiss racing driver who rose from BMX competition to become a standout in the F1 Academy series, where she secured the Vice Championship in 2023 with an impressive record of two wins and 13 podium finishes.
EARLY YEARS
Born on July 9, 1997, in Valeyres-sous-Montagny, Switzerland, Léna began her competitive journey in BMX at an international level before transitioning to karting in 2016. Her early motorsport development saw rapid progression, as she moved from karting to single-seaters in just four years.
EARLY SUCCESS
After making her single-seater debut in the 2020 Spanish Formula 4 Championship, Bühler achieved six top-10 finishes and demonstrated her potential by qualifying on the front row at the Circuito del Jarama. In 2021, she made history as the first female driver to compete in the Formula Regional European Championship by Alpine with R-ace GP, showing remarkable resilience despite missing the opening round due to injury.
NOTABLE ACHIEVEMENTS
- 2023: Secured Vice Championship in F1 Academy with two wins and 13 podium finishes.
- 2023: Claimed maiden F1 Academy victory at Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya with a lights-to-flag performance in Race 3.
- 2023: Earned first pole position in F1 Academy at the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya.
- 2023: Achieved multiple podium finishes including P2 results at Spielberg and Valencia.
- 2024: Best qualifying position in FRECA at Le Castellet, securing 16th place on the grid.
REPUTATION
Bühler has established herself as a determined and resilient competitor who excels under pressure, as demonstrated by her ability to bounce back from setbacks. Her impressive 2023 F1 Academy campaign, particularly her dominant win in Barcelona after overcoming a mechanical failure in an earlier race, showcased her mental fortitude and racing skill. Her consistent podium performances throughout the season cemented her reputation as one of the top talents in women’s motorsport.
FUTURE GOALS/PLANS
While specific long-term goals aren’t explicitly stated, Léna appears focused on continuing her progression through the junior formula ranks toward the highest levels of motorsport. Currently competing in FRECA with ART Grand Prix, her partnership with the team suggests a shared philosophy of advancement through the motorsport ladder system.
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Léna Bühler joins ART Grand Prix as first F1 Academy driver
Léna Bühler – Liquipedia
Léna Bühler on forging ahead in FRECA and what it takes to win in Barcelona
Léna Bühler progresses to FRECA for the 2024 season
Léna Bühler to race in FRECA with ART Grand Prix this season
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