Alisha Palmowski has secured the F1 Academy championship following a second-place finish in the reverse-grid race at the Circuit of the Americas, cementing her status as the standout competitor in the all-female motorsport series.
The 20-year-old British driver, competing for Campos Racing, clinched the title with her performance in Texas, making her the youngest champion in F1 Academy history. Palmowski’s achievement represents a significant milestone in her racing career and demonstrates her consistency throughout the season.
Red Bull Backing
Palmowski’s success comes as part of her involvement with the Red Bull driver academy, which has provided support during her campaign in the F1 Academy. The backing of such a prestigious program underscores the potential that the championship-winning driver possesses at the highest levels of motorsport.
Championship Battle
The title fight featured several competitive drivers battling for supremacy. Emma Felbermayr, Alba Larsen, and Lisa Billard all competed throughout the season, but it was Palmowski who ultimately emerged victorious in the battle for the championship.
Reflecting on her achievement, Palmowski expressed the magnitude of her success: “It’s a dream come true,” she said, capturing the emotion of clinching the title at one of Formula 1’s most iconic venues.
The F1 Academy represents a crucial pathway for female drivers pursuing careers in international motorsport, and Palmowski’s championship victory adds another chapter to the series’ growing legacy of developing emerging talent.