Doriane Pin gives Lisa Billard her advice for succeeding in F1 Academy: "Focus on yourself"

For Dorian PinThe box is ticked at the end of 2025. Committed to F1 Having been part of the Academy since the start of the 2024 season, the Frenchwoman managed to clinch the championship title at the end of the final round in Las Vegas. She finished ahead of Maya Weug, the rider supported by Classic Mercedes for sale has managed to overcome the difficulties, notably the fact of not having taken any pole positions this year, essentially letting its qualities speak for themselves in the race.

In 2026, Doriane Pin will relinquish her place in the category, and two Frenchwomen will succeed her. On one side, Jade Jacquet, supported by Williamswill try to progress and be competitive just three years after its debut in kartingOn the other hand, Lisa Billard, who has been racing since she was very young and is the top-ranked woman in the French F4 standings, has high ambitions after her wildcard entry in Singapore earlier in the season. Fifth in qualifying, the young Iron Dame struggled more in the race. However, she knows she has the full support of the reigning champion.

“We know that this championship has enormous visibility and represents a great opportunity for women and for our young careers. She did a very good job in Singapore. She showed that she has the ability to perform among us, among the other drivers, some of whom were in their second season,” Doriane Pin explained to our microphoneShe has a very good chance of fighting for something worthwhile. At least, I wish you the best. she continued, addressing Lisa Billard. I'll always be there if you need anything. You have the talent and you definitely belong in motorsport.

Staying calm is key for Lisa Billard in the F1 Academy

In high demand, the young women involved in the F1 Academy are, for the most part, entering the world of Formula 1 for the first time in their careers. Suddenly thrust into the media spotlight, surrounded by professional teams if not F1 teams, they can quickly see their performance affected by the pressure. From Doriane Pin's perspective, this is precisely the trap that must not be set for Lisa Billard in 2026 when she lists her top priorities.

“Focusing on oneself, insists the ParisianThere's a lot going on around you. You have to gather as much information as possible from the people around you, but also from the team, from other drivers who will be in their second season. You have to constantly seek out information. Even the smallest detail at the start of a weekend can change things. You'll discover a whole new set of circuits. All the tests are important. There's very little track time during race weekends, so you have to drive as much as possible, test as many things as possible. Then, you have to focus on yourself, on your own performance.

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Impressed by her young counterpart's adaptability during her invitation to Singapore, Doriane Pin readily cites this as an example to follow for the upcoming season. Despite being full of discoveries, this new year will nonetheless be one of ambition for Lisa Billard. "I wish her all the best. She definitely has what it takes to fight for the title, or at least a top-five finish." continues the 2025 championI'm looking forward to following that. I'll definitely be at a few races too, so if you need anything, I'll be there.