This weekend marks the opening round of the Champions of the Future Academy (COTFA) – a new global series aiming to increase female participation and inclusion in national and international karting competitions.
Taking place at the Cremona International Circuit, in Italy,
from March 27-31, the first meeting is one of six that will take place
throughout 2024. F1 ACADEMY Discover Your Drive is supporting three female
drivers in each of the three mixed-gender categories accepted in the Academy
Program – Mini (from 9 to 12 years old), OK-N Junior (from 12 to 14 years old)
and OK-N Senior (from 14 to 18 years old).
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The presence of these supported drivers will be highlighted
by branded karts and race suits, while F1 ACADEMY Discover Your Drive will also
cover one third of their budget for the season.
With F1 ACADEMY committed to increasing the pipeline of
female talent on and off track, COTFA represents another important initiative
by the series to help increase accessibility and improve opportunities for
young girls who want to get into motorsport. Additionally, the three top female
drivers in the Seniors category will be invited to an official F1 ACADEMY test
at the end of the 2024 season
