Emma Felbermayr is set to return to the F1 Academy grid in 2026, representing the iconic Audi brand with Rodin Motorsport. The Austrian heads into her second season after a solid rookie campaign, having finished 10th in the Drivers’ Standings with 37 points and a race win to her name.
The 19 year-old completes Rodin Motorsport’s 2026 F1 Academy lineup, partnering McLaren-backed Ella Lloyd and Ella Stevens. Alongside racing in Audi’s colours and carrying the iconic rings, Felbermayr becomes the newest addition to the team’s Driver Development Programme, following the recent announcement of Freddie Slater as the programme’s first member last week.
Felbermayr: “My goal is to represent the brand with pride”
During the 2025 F1 Academy season, Felbermayr was supported by Sauber and continues her partnership with the team as it shifts to Audi this year. In her rookie campaign, she recorded six points-scoring finishes and claimed her maiden victory in Race 2 at Montreal.
Ahead of her sophomore campaign, the Austrian racer said: “Continuing in F1 ACADEMY and to now do so as an official Audi Revolut F1 Team driver is a huge honour. To be associated with a brand that has such an incredible motorsport history, and one that supported icons like Michèle Mouton and Rahel Frey, is truly inspiring.”
“I am grateful for the trust being placed in me and can’t wait to sport the Audi colours on the grid, as I continue my journey in the series with Rodin Motorsport. My goal is to represent the brand with pride, build on what I learned last season, and fight for strong results.”
Director of the Audi Driver Development Programme Allan McNish said: “We are delighted to officially welcome Emma Felbermayr to the Audi Revolut F1 Team family. Her performance and dedication in her debut F1 ACADEMY season were impressive, and we see great potential for her future.”
“Supporting female talent is a key priority for our F1 operations, and it is a source of pride for us to continue the legacy of strong female drivers who have succeeded with the Four Rings. We look forward to seeing Emma carry our colours on the grid in 2026.”
