Didier André launches his program dedicated to the development of female pilots

Former professional driver Didier André is taking two young female drivers under his wing with the goal of leading them to the top. Manon Rieu and Charline Cordier will represent him in 2026.

Former professional pilot, who notably trained in the 24 Hours of Le Mans or the United States in the Indy Racing Lights championship, Didier André has just announced the launch of his program dedicated to the development of female drivers, called the Dames Drivers Project. To do this, the multiple French Champion of Karting Logically, he has returned to the discipline of his beginnings and will therefore be supporting two 14-year-old drivers this season, Manon Rieu and Charline Cordier. Neither young woman is a beginner, as both Manon Rieu and Charline Cordier have been competing in karting for several years with some impressive results at both the regional and national levels. With this new program, Didier André intends to capitalize on their current momentum and guide his protégés to the next level. F1 Academy, in the tradition of Dorian Pin, by Jade Jacquet or even Lisa Billard.

A program designed to help you gain access to the F1 Academy

Specifically, what will be offered to both Manon Rieu and Charline Cordier? Drawing on its expertise and experience in training and management, DADD offers comprehensive support for the overall structuring of the pilot program, also integrating the physical, mental, technical, and media dimensions. "This is what can be read in the press release officially launching this new system." Women's motorsport is currently experiencing a surge in popularity. Our goal with the Dames Drivers Project is to provide the young drivers we have selected with professional support to help them reach the highest level. " also explains the founder of the program, Didier André. The person most concerned is not only interested in the female drivers of tomorrow, since this year he is also supporting around twenty drivers from all backgrounds, including the young Evan Achard, active in Karting in the Rhône-Alpes region.

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