Maya Weug will take the next step in her racing career with an F1 Academy–funded GT test, driving a Ferrari 296 GT3 with AF Corse at Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya in December, an opportunity funded by F1 Academy. The opportunity comes as recognition of her strong 2025 campaign, in which she finished second in the F1 Academy championship with 157 points, just 15 behind champion Doriane Pin.
A major step up: Ferrari 296 GT3 test
The test marks a significant progression for Weug. The Ferrari 296 GT3 delivers far more power, downforce, and technical complexity than F1 Academy machinery, offering valuable experience as she evaluates her future in professional motorsport.
Weug has been part of the Scuderia Ferrari Driver Academy since 2021, becoming its first female member. This forthcoming GT test represents another milestone in her development within Ferrari’s talent pipeline.
AF Corse: A proven partner in GT Racing
AF Corse, Ferrari’s long-standing GT racing partner, operates some of the most successful programs in international endurance racing. The team has earned multiple victories at the 24 Hours of Le Mans and secured titles across the Le Mans Series, European FIA GT3 Championship, and GT Sprint International Championship. Testing with such an accomplished outfit will expose Weug to top-level engineering, operations, and race-car setup work.
Creating pathways beyond F1 Academy
The test underscores F1 Academy’s commitment to providing tangible career opportunities for its top performers. Managing Director Susie Wolff highlighted this mission, stating: “F1 ACADEMY is a stepping stone, not a destination. We continue to create opportunities that support our most talented drivers to progress. We are pleased to support Maya with this GT test as she explores her next steps for 2026.”
Weug’s opportunity not only rewards her on-track success in the series but also demonstrates the growing pathways for female drivers to advance into professional racing categories.
Looking ahead to 2026
Weug’s December 8th test will be crucial as she begins shaping her 2026 plans. Many drivers, after gaining GT experience, choose to build long-term careers in these championships, while others use GT racing as a platform to pursue different categories. In either case, Weug’s test will offer key insights into the demands of high-level GT competition.
Moreover, working directly with the experienced AF Corse crew will help her understand professional racing environments more deeply. Ultimately, this hands-on experience could influence whether she commits to a full GT program or explores alternative paths for next season.
