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- 1Female racers struggle for sponsors after leaving F1 Academy▼Female racers struggle for sponsors and track time after leaving F1’s women-only series
Female racing drivers who have completed the all-women F1 Academy series are finding it difficult to secure sponsorships and regular track time as they move up the motorsport ladder. The AP report highlights the persistent funding and seat shortage women face after the entry-level women's programme ends, raising questions about the pathway from the series to professional racing careers.
- 2Rafael Câmara favourite for 2027 Haas seat as Ocon faces exit●Rafael Câmara favorite for 2027 Haas F1 seat with Esteban Ocon poised for exit
Brazilian junior driver Rafael Câmara has emerged as the leading candidate for a Haas Formula 1 race seat in 2027, with reports suggesting Esteban Ocon's time at the American team could end before then. Câmara, a Ferrari Driver Academy member and reigning Formula 3 champion, is viewed as one of the most promising young prospects in the paddock. Any move would continue the sport's trend of promoting rookie talent over established veterans.