F1 Academy Shines Bright in Montreal with Doriane Pin's Stunning Victory
This weekend in Montreal has been nothing short of electric, especially for fans of motorsport and those following the rise of women in racing. For the very first time, the F1 Academy made its debut on Canadian soil, and let me tell you—what a debut it was. The standout moment? Without a doubt, it was French driver Doriane Pin taking the top spot in the first of three races held at the iconic Circuit Gilles-Villeneuve.
From the moment she landed in the city, Pin has been absolutely glowing. “I’m living my best life here,” she said, visibly moved by the warmth of the Montreal crowd. And with her fluency in French, she’s felt right at home, especially with fans waving French flags and cheering her on with full force. Her excitement wasn’t just about the win—it was about the entire experience: the fans, the culture, and the chance to race on a world-class circuit in front of a supportive, passionate audience.
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Saturday morning’s race was full of drama—crashes, penalties, and a lot of shuffling on the leaderboard. But Pin kept her cool. She capitalized on key moments, avoided the chaos, and crossed the line under yellow flags to claim her third win in just six races this season. Chloe Chambers, who had started from pole, got tangled up early and fell to 10th place on her birthday, while Emma Felbermayr—initially disqualified in the morning for a technical infraction—bounced back spectacularly in the afternoon race to take the win.
Despite finishing fourth in the second race, Pin still leads the championship, and her message is clear: she has her eyes on the ultimate prize. Long term? She dreams of making it into Formula 1. And with performances like this, it's hard to doubt she has what it takes.
The excitement wasn’t just limited to the track. Susie Wolff, the head of F1 Academy, was blown away by the reception. “Montréal has exceeded all our expectations,” she said, noting how fans cleaned out autograph cards and packed the paddock from morning to evening. And with a Netflix series propelling the visibility of these talented women, it’s becoming increasingly clear that the F1 Academy isn’t just a niche side-show—it’s the future.
That future is looking bright, especially since it’s now confirmed that the F1 Academy will be part of the Canadian Grand Prix through at least 2028. The goal? To have a woman back in a Formula 1 seat by 2030. And if anyone looks poised to lead that charge, it’s Doriane Pin—who, with every lap, every win, and every heartfelt interaction with fans, is proving that she’s not just racing—she’s rewriting the rules.
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