Red Bull Academy Programme
The
Red
Bull
Academy
Programme
is
where
the
next
generation
of
female
racers
take
flight
—
a
bold
commitment
to
supporting,
developing,
and
championing
women
in
motorsport
from
karting
to
global
competition.
Launched in 2024, the Red Bull Academy Programme is a purpose-driven initiative built to identify, develop, and support elite female racing talent across the globe. Through dedicated coaching, technical support, state-of-the-art resources, and competitive placements in top-tier series like F1 Academy, the Programme is removing barriers and unlocking new pathways to the pinnacle of motorsport.
Led by Programme Manager Sarah Harrington, the Academy is driven by a clear mission: break boundaries, build champions, and inspire the next generation of women in motorsport.
Meet Our 2026 Driver
Alisha
Palmowski
In
2026,
F1
Academy
will
race
across
seven
iconic
locations,
delivering
14
action-packed
rounds
with
global
fanfare
and
growing
visibility.
Accelerating
Opportunities
for
Women
in
Racing
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