Granada 2026 F1 Academy in-season testing Navarra
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Granada eyes race pace gains after topping first day of 2026 F1 Academy in-season testing at Navarra

Natalia Granada remains focused on improving race pace despite topping the opening day of F1 Academy’s 2026 in-season test at Circuito de Navarra. The PREMA Racing driver entered the test with renewed motivation after bouncing back from a DNF to claim her third top-four finish of the season in Zandvoort’s Feature Race. Granada kicked off…

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Bruce reflects on lessons learned from difficult 2026 F1 Academy Zandvoort round

Despite enduring a challenging 2026 F1 Academy Zandvoort round, Megan Bruce found reason for optimism after recovering from a lack of pace on Saturday to finish P6 in the Feature Race. The Campos Racing driver entered the Zandvoort round on the back foot, having missed two days of in-season testing at the circuit due to…

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F1 Academy: The winners and losers of the 2026 Dutch GP

Driving at the iconic Zandvoort circuit for the last time, the 2026 F1 Academy Dutch GP delivered drama, breakthrough performances, and crucial championship moments. While some drivers strengthened their campaigns, others suffered setbacks at a crucial stage of the season. Winners of the 2026 F1 Academy Dutch GP Alisha Palmowski – Campos Racing (supported by…

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Alba Larsen claimed back-to-back second-place finishes across the 2026 F1 Academy Zandvoort Round, moving from ninth to fourth in the Drivers' Standings after a breakthrough weekend.
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Larsen left to rue potential victory despite double podium at 2026 F1 Academy Zandvoort round

Alba Larsen left the 2026 F1 Academy Zandvoort round with back-to-back podium finishes and a significant jump up the standings. The Ferrari-backed MP Motorsport driver finished second in both the Dutch GP Reverse Grid Race and the Feature Race. It was her maiden F1 Academy podium at a circuit she knows well. The double result…

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Palmowski extends her F1 Academy lead to 48 points after winning at Zandvoort, as Larsen climbs to fourth in the standings.
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2026 F1 Academy standings after the Feature Race at the Dutch GP

Alisha Palmowski strengthened her grip on the 2026 F1 Academy Drivers’ Championship after claiming her fourth victory of the season in the Dutch GP Feature Race at Zandvoort. The Campos Racing driver started from pole and resisted sustained pressure from Alba Larsen before eventually opening a 2.8-second advantage by the chequered flag. Palmowski also claimed…

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F1 Academy | 2026 Dutch GP | Feature Race | Palmowski holds off Larsen to take fourth win of the season

Alisha Palmowski secured victory during the Feature Race at the 2026 F1 Academy Dutch GP, view the full race report here. Round 4 of the 2026 season began with a chaotic Reverse Grid Race, which saw Payton Westcott claim her maiden F1 Academy win ahead of Alba Larsen and Nina Gademan. Esmee Kosterman impressed with…

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Payton Westcott reflects on her maiden F1 Academy win at Zandvoort and the confidence it gives her ahead of Sunday’s Feature Race.
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Westcott “so relieved” after maiden F1 Academy victory at Zandvoort

Payton Westcott described her maiden F1 Academy victory as a major confidence boost after controlling the Dutch GP Reverse Grid Race from start to finish at Zandvoort. The PREMA Racing driver originally qualified ninth before Zoe Florescu’s disqualification promoted her to eighth and, consequently, reverse-grid pole. Westcott capitalised fully on the opportunity, controlling the start…

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Palmowski retains a 30-point 1016 F1 Academy lead after Zandvoort’s Reverse Grid Race, as Westcott claims her maiden victory at the Dutch GP.
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2026 F1 Academy standings after the Reverse Grid Race at the Dutch GP

Alisha Palmowski remains in control of the 2026 F1 Academy Drivers’ standings after a dramatic Reverse Grid Race at the Dutch GP, despite failing to score at Zandvoort. The Campos Racing driver stalled from eighth on the grid and eventually finished 12th. However, championship rival Emma Felbermayr also left the race without points after a…

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Peyton Westcott held off a late charge from Alba Larsen to win the 2026 F1 Academy Dutch GP Reverse Grid Race at Zandvoort, leading from pole to flag through two Safety Car periods.
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F1 Academy | 2026 Dutch GP | Reverse Grid Race | Westcott takes maiden win amid chaos in Zandvoort

The 2026 F1 Academy Dutch GP Reverse Grid Race took place at Zandvoort following a chaotic Qualifying session. Wild Card Zoe Florescu failed a post-session technical check and was disqualified. Her car carried engine lubricant that did not meet the required specifications. Westcott started from reverse grid pole alongside Bruce on the front row. Robertson…

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Nina Gademan topped a chaotic 2026 F1 Academy Dutch GP Free Practice session, with two red flags and heavy rain disrupting the running and leaving championship leader Palmowski without a representative lap.
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F1 Academy | 2026 Dutch GP | Free Practice | Gademan sets the pace at Zandvoort

2026 F1 Academy Dutch GP Free Practice got the second half of the season underway at Zandvoort on Friday morning. Round 4 marks the championship’s return after the summer break, with all drivers eager to hit the ground running. Heading into the weekend, Alisha Palmowski leads the Drivers’ Standings on 108 points. Emma Felbermayr sits…

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