F1 ACADEMY season launches in Shanghai with competitive lineup

The F1 ACADEMY is starting its third season in Shanghai, China. The excitement is high as teams prepare for the opening race of 2025. This season will feature 17 full-time drivers, with 10 of them being rookies. They are eager to make a name for themselves and compete at the front of the grid. Some returning drivers from last season also stand out. Four Wild Card drivers have impressed enough to secure spots this year. They are Courtney Crone with Haas, Nina Gademan with Alpine, Ella Lloyd with McLaren, and Alisha Palmowski for Red Bull Racing. As the season kicks off, teams and fans will be watching closely to see how these newcomers perform.