The complete F1 Academy grid for the 2026 season

A few months after the coronation of Dorian Pin in Las Vegas, the F1 Academy reopens its doors for a highly anticipated 2026 season. The grid now boasts new favorites, including many drivers who already competed in the series last year. Leading this new class is British driver Alisha Palmowski, who will once again represent the Academy. Red Bull Racing, while Campos will remain her team for this year. While she's not the only one to watch closely, it's worth noting the presence of two French riders on the grid, including Lisa Billard – supported by Gatorade – and Jade Jacquet – who has found support from Williams – both from the 2025 class of F4 France.

While Lisa Billard may soon prove dangerous against the sharpest drivers, the real expectations are focused on the returning riders. Alba Larsen will now be sporting the colors of Classic Ferrari for salewhile Ella Lloyd will continue to represent McLaren in F1 Academy. Nina Gademan, meanwhile, will continue her collaboration with AlpineThey will nevertheless have to remain attentive to the new generation. Besides Lisa Billard, who is very fast in qualifying in particular, Payton Westcott (Mercedes Benz) and Ella Stevens (McLaren) will also be worth watching given their already noteworthy performance during the Rookie Test in November 2025.

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The complete schedule for the 2026 season

Prema: 🇩🇪 Mathilda Paatz (Aston Martin) / 🇺🇸 Payton Westcott (Mercedes) / 🇪🇸 Natalia Granada (Sephora)
Rodin Motorsport: Ella Lloyd (McLaren) / ​ Ella Stevens (McLaren) / 🇦🇹 Emma Felbermayr (Audi)
Campos Racing: Alisha Palmowski (Red Bull Racing) / Rafaela Ferreira (Racing Bulls) / Megan Bruce (TAG Heuer)
MP Motorsport:🇳🇱 Nina Gademan (Alpine) / 🇩🇰 Alba Larsen (Ferrari) / 🇳🇱 Esmee Kosterman (Lego® Racing)
ART Grand Prix: Lisa Billard (Gatorade) / Jade Jacquet (Williams) / 🇺🇸​ Kaylee Countryman (Haas)
Hitech TGR: 🇬🇧 Rachel Robertson (PUMA) / 🇺🇸 Ava Dobson (American Express) / Wild Card * (determined during each race weekend)

*The Wild Card in China will be Shi Wei 🇨🇳

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