Results: Champions of the Future 2025 Shifters round 1 in Valencia

Results: Champions of the Future 2025 Shifters round 1 in Valencia Read more

After the opening of the OK and Junior season, the 2025 Champions of the Future series now turns to the gearbox categories. The opening round for KZ and KZ2 will take place at the Kartodromo Internacional Lucas Guerrero in Valencia – a perfect dress rehearsal ahead of the FIA Karting European Championship scheduled at the same venue the following week.

Live timing: Champions of the Future 2025 Shifters round 1 in Valencia

Live timing: Champions of the Future 2025 Shifters round 1 in Valencia Read more

After the opening of the OK and Junior season, the 2025 Champions of the Future series now turns to the gearbox categories. The opening round for KZ and KZ2 will take place at the Kartodromo Internacional Lucas Guerrero in Valencia – a perfect dress rehearsal ahead of the FIA Karting European Championship scheduled at the same venue the following week.

European Championship win for Parolin Motorsport and Costoya

European Championship win for Parolin Motorsport and Costoya Read more

The Parolin Motorsport team came away from Portimao in high spirits after a win in the headline OK class for Christian Costoya in the FIA Karting European Championship, backed up by convincing performances from the other drivers.

René Lammers dominates Spanish F4 in Navarro

René Lammers dominates Spanish F4 in Navarro Read more

The Circuito de Navarra hosted a thrilling second round of the 2025 F4 Spanish Championship, where René Lammers delivered a flawless performance by winning two of three races, propelling him to the top of the overall standings.

Kart Republic and Prema Racing double up in Portugal

Kart Republic and Prema Racing double up in Portugal Read more

Dean Hoogendoorn and Noah Baglin completed the OK-Junior double at Portimão, just as they had done at Campillos on the opening event of the FIA Karting European Championship. This time, the positions were reversed, with Hoogendoorn taking victory. The teams using KR-IAME packages managed to adapt perfectly to the extremely changeable and difficult weather conditions, with seven of them in the top 10 in OK-Junior and five in OK, including a podium for Zak Drummond from the Fusion Motorsport team.

Preston and Burke win at Australian Kart Championship round two

Preston and Burke win at Australian Kart Championship round two Read more

Jac Preston has taken his first ever SP Tools Australian Kart Championship round win in KZ2 at Murray Bridge, South Australia, while Ky Burke broached the top step of the podium in KA2 for the first time since round three last year to round out the second round of the five round Title chase.

FRECA: Evan Giltaire takes race 2 victory at Misano and becomes Championship Leader

FRECA: Evan Giltaire takes race 2 victory at Misano and becomes Championship Leader Read more

Evan Giltaire (ART Grand Prix) sealed his second career win in the Formula Regional European Championship by Alpine by triumphing in Race 2 at Misano, following his second-place finish in Race 1. The French driver now leads the championship standings after a commanding performance on Sunday afternoon.

Italian F4: Kean Nakamura-Berta flawless in Misano

Italian F4: Kean Nakamura-Berta flawless in Misano Read more

At the Misano World Circuit, venue of the opening round of the Italian F.4 Championship, Prema Racing’s Anglo-Japanese driver Kean Nakamura-Berta delivered a perfect weekend. Pole position and three wins out of the four scheduled races, as per the format adopted for a weekend that featured 41 drivers on the grid. With 75 points scored, Nakamura-Berta takes the early lead in the drivers’ standings. Behind him, with 53 points, is teammate Sebastian Wheldon, who claimed victory in the opening race of the weekend, which featured his group. The son of Dan “Lionheart” Wheldon thus took his first win in the series.

Livestream Italian F4 Championship - ACI Racing Weekend Misano round 1 - Final Race

Livestream Italian F4 Championship - ACI Racing Weekend Misano round 1 - Final Race Read more

Everything is set for the start of a new and spectacular season of the Italian F.4 Championship. The series, promoted by ACI Sport and WSK Promotion, promises to keep the excitement level high once again in 2025, with record numbers already in its first round.

Italian F4: Kean Nakamura-Berta doubles up and takes pole for the Final

Italian F4: Kean Nakamura-Berta doubles up and takes pole for the Final Read more

The Sunday of the Italian F.4 Championship at the ACI Racing Weekend in Misano, opening round of the series promoted by ACI Sport and WSK Promotion, kicked off with Race 3, the last of the qualifying races. On track were the drivers from Groups A and C, for a total of 27 contenders. Once again, Kean Nakamura-Berta came out on top: the Anglo-Japanese driver for Prema Racing made a strong start and led the race from start to finish, doubling up on his Saturday victory.

Livestream Round 2 - F4 Spanish Championship - Race 3 at Circuito de Navarra

Livestream Round 2 - F4 Spanish Championship - Race 3 at Circuito de Navarra Read more

The F4 Spanish Championship is set to return to action this weekend at Circuito de Navarra. Once again, a full grid of talented young drivers will battle it out as the championship heats up. Located near Los Arcos, Circuito de Navarra is a technical 3.9-kilometer track featuring 15 corners that challenge both driver skill and car setup. With a mix of high-speed straights and tight, technical sectors, the track offers several prime overtaking spots, particularly into Turn 1 and the heavy braking zone at Turn 13. Recently, the circuit has undergone updates to its facilities and track surface, ensuring even more thrilling racing action for 2025.

Livestream Round 2 - F4 Spanish Championship - Race 2 at Circuito de Navarra

Livestream Round 2 - F4 Spanish Championship - Race 2 at Circuito de Navarra Read more

The F4 Spanish Championship is set to return to action this weekend at Circuito de Navarra. Once again, a full grid of talented young drivers will battle it out as the championship heats up. Located near Los Arcos, Circuito de Navarra is a technical 3.9-kilometer track featuring 15 corners that challenge both driver skill and car setup. With a mix of high-speed straights and tight, technical sectors, the track offers several prime overtaking spots, particularly into Turn 1 and the heavy braking zone at Turn 13. Recently, the circuit has undergone updates to its facilities and track surface, ensuring even more thrilling racing action for 2025.

Livestream Italian F4 Championship - ACI Racing Weekend Misano round 1 - Race 3

Livestream Italian F4 Championship - ACI Racing Weekend Misano round 1 - Race 3 Read more

Everything is set for the start of a new and spectacular season of the Italian F.4 Championship. The series, promoted by ACI Sport and WSK Promotion, promises to keep the excitement level high once again in 2025, with record numbers already in its first round.

Sunday live stream: FIA Karting European Championship - OK & OKJ and Academy Senior at Portimao

Sunday live stream: FIA Karting European Championship - OK & OKJ and Academy Senior at Portimao Read more

With many years of experience organising major FIA Karting events, the Kartódromo Internacional do Algarve will host the opening round of the brand new Senior Academy Trophy to be organised over three competitions in 2025. After a successful launch in Spain, the Mondokart.com FIA Karting European Championships - OK and OK-Junior - will continue at the circuit in southern Portugal for a second meeting that promises plenty of intensity and spectacle from 1st to 4th May. A total of 232 drivers are racing in these three categories at Portimao.

Italian F4: Kean Nakamura-Berta, a strong start!

Italian F4: Kean Nakamura-Berta, a strong start! Read more

The second race of the weekend, featuring Groups A and B, was held in the evening at Misano World Circuit. It marked the first outing of the season for the Group A drivers, led by pole-sitter Kean Nakamura-Berta. The Japanese driver from Prema Racing, who had set the fastest overall time in Friday’s qualifying, dominated from the very start.

FRECA: Matteo De Palo takes Trident to the top step of the podium at Misano

FRECA: Matteo De Palo takes Trident to the top step of the podium at Misano Read more

It was a memorable day at Misano for Trident Motorsport, as Matteo De Palo secured the team’s first-ever victory in the Formula Regional European Championship by Alpine. The Italian driver delivered a commanding performance, building his win from a strong qualifying session earlier in the morning, which earned him a front-row start alongside pole-sitter Freddie Slater (Prema Racing).

Italian F4: Sebastian Wheldon wins the opening race of the year

Italian F4: Sebastian Wheldon wins the opening race of the year Read more

Thrills and twists marked the opening round of the Italian F.4 Championship at the Misano World Circuit, as part of the season-launching ACI Racing Weekend. At the start, confusion caused by several jump starts, including one by Germany’s Maxim Rehm (US Racing), reshuffled the race's early stages. Rehm made a quick getaway and led the opening laps but was later overtaken by Prema Racing drivers Sebastian Wheldon and Salim Hanna before receiving a 10-second penalty for the irregular start.

Livestream Italian F4 Championship - ACI Racing Weekend Misano round 1 - Race 2

Livestream Italian F4 Championship - ACI Racing Weekend Misano round 1 - Race 2 Read more

Everything is set for the start of a new and spectacular season of the Italian F.4 Championship. The series, promoted by ACI Sport and WSK Promotion, promises to keep the excitement level high once again in 2025, with record numbers already in its first round.

Livestream Round 2 - F4 Spanish Championship - Race 1 at Circuito de Navarra

Livestream Round 2 - F4 Spanish Championship - Race 1 at Circuito de Navarra Read more

The F4 Spanish Championship is set to return to action this weekend at Circuito de Navarra. Once again, a full grid of talented young drivers will battle it out as the championship heats up. Located near Los Arcos, Circuito de Navarra is a technical 3.9-kilometer track featuring 15 corners that challenge both driver skill and car setup. With a mix of high-speed straights and tight, technical sectors, the track offers several prime overtaking spots, particularly into Turn 1 and the heavy braking zone at Turn 13. Recently, the circuit has undergone updates to its facilities and track surface, ensuring even more thrilling racing action for 2025.

Livestream Italian F4 Championship - ACI Racing Weekend Misano round 1 - Race 1

Livestream Italian F4 Championship - ACI Racing Weekend Misano round 1 - Race 1 Read more

Everything is set for the start of a new and spectacular season of the Italian F.4 Championship. The series, promoted by ACI Sport and WSK Promotion, promises to keep the excitement level high once again in 2025, with record numbers already in its first round.

Saturday live stream: FIA Karting European Championship - OK & OKJ and Academy Senior at Portimao

Saturday live stream: FIA Karting European Championship - OK & OKJ and Academy Senior at Portimao Read more

With many years of experience organising major FIA Karting events, the Kartódromo Internacional do Algarve will host the opening round of the brand new Senior Academy Trophy to be organised over three competitions in 2025. After a successful launch in Spain, the Mondokart.com FIA Karting European Championships - OK and OK-Junior - will continue at the circuit in southern Portugal for a second meeting that promises plenty of intensity and spectacle from 1st to 4th May. A total of 232 drivers are racing in these three categories at Portimao.

Italian F4: Kean Nakamura-Berta fastest in Misano qualifying after thrilling head-to-head battle

Italian F4: Kean Nakamura-Berta fastest in Misano qualifying after thrilling head-to-head battle Read more

At the conclusion of the opening day of the ACI Racing Weekend in Misano, host of the inaugural round of the 2025 Italian F.4 Championship, the 41 drivers entered in the series faced off in the qualifying challenge, taking to the track in two groups. The results from both sessions will set the grid for three of the four races scheduled over the weekend. The final race, set for Sunday evening, will feature only the top 36 drivers, selected based on points and placements earned in the first three races.

Formula Regional European Championship by Alpine fires up the 2025 season in Misano

Formula Regional European Championship by Alpine fires up the 2025 season in Misano Read more

Rafael Camara, Andrea Kimi Antonelli, Dino Beganovic, and before them Grégoire Saucy, Formula Regional builds champions. A quick look at the series’ roll of honour reveals a growing legacy of excellence, with many former drivers now competing in Formula 1, including Antonelli, Isack Hadjar, and Gabriel Bortoleto. Co-organised by ACI Sport and Alpine Racing since 2021, the championship now enters its fifth season, kicking off this weekend at Misano, an all-new venue for the series, with a 26-car grid representing ten teams.
 

Results: FIA Karting European Championship - OK & OKJ and Academy Senior at Portimao

Results: FIA Karting European Championship - OK & OKJ and Academy Senior at Portimao Read more

With many years of experience organising major FIA Karting events, the Kartódromo Internacional do Algarve will host the opening round of the brand new Senior Academy Trophy to be organised over three competitions in 2025. After a successful launch in Spain, the Mondokart.com FIA Karting European Championships - OK and OK-Junior - will continue at the circuit in southern Portugal for a second meeting that promises plenty of intensity and spectacle from 1st to 4th May. A total of 232 drivers are racing in these three categories at Portimao.

Live timing: FIA Karting European Championship - OK & OKJ and Academy Senior at Portimao

Live timing: FIA Karting European Championship - OK & OKJ and Academy Senior at Portimao Read more

With many years of experience organising major FIA Karting events, the Kartódromo Internacional do Algarve will host the opening round of the brand new Senior Academy Trophy to be organised over three competitions in 2025. After a successful launch in Spain, the Mondokart.com FIA Karting European Championships - OK and OK-Junior - will continue at the circuit in southern Portugal for a second meeting that promises plenty of intensity and spectacle from 1st to 4th May. A total of 232 drivers are racing in these three categories at Portimao.

The F4 Spanish Championship returns to Navarra

The F4 Spanish Championship returns to Navarra Read more

After an exciting season opener at Motorland Aragón, the F4 Spanish Championship is set to return to action this weekend at Circuito de Navarra. Once again, a full grid of talented young drivers will battle it out as the championship heats up.

British F4 set for historic 300th race at the Home of British Motor Racing

British F4 set for historic 300th race at the Home of British Motor Racing Read more

The Wera Tools F4 British Championship, certified by FIA, will write another chapter in its illustrious history later this week (2-3 May) as the UK’s premier single-seater series celebrates its 300th race at the Home of British Motor Racing, Silverstone.
 

JHR add Esmee Kosterman to their British F4 team

JHR add Esmee Kosterman to their British F4 team Read more

Dutch racer Esmee Kosterman is set for her British F4 debut with JHR Developments at Silverstone this weekend.

Coronel wins 500th Ginetta Junior race in Silverstone treble

Coronel wins 500th Ginetta Junior race in Silverstone treble Read more

Rocco Coronel has written his name into the history books as the winner of the milestone 500th Ginetta Junior race. It came as part of a perfect victory hat-trick in the second round of the 20th anniversary season of the Ginetta Junior Championship at Silverstone (26/27 April).

Wackersdorf delivers thrills as the RMC Euro Trophy kicks off

Wackersdorf delivers thrills as the RMC Euro Trophy kicks off Read more

The ProKart Raceland in Wackersdorf once again confirmed itself as the perfect playground for Rotax Racing, hosting an unforgettable Round 1 of the Rotax MAX Challenge Euro Trophy. Last weekend, the first winners of the 2025 season were crowned.

Lia Block to drive for Williams Racing in F1 Academy

Published on Tuesday, November 14, 2023

Lia Block to drive for Williams Racing in F1 Academy

Williams Racing is delighted to announce that American driver Lia Block will represent Williams Racing for the 2024 F1 Academy season, racing with ART Grand Prix.

Lia is an accomplished driver across numerous disciplines, including rally, Extreme E, and rallycross. The 17-year-old began karting and rallying as an 11-year-old, however, her debut in F1 Academy will mark her first full season of open-wheel racing. Lia has recently undertaken testing in open-wheel cars in preparation for this new challenge.

Lia has grown up in the world of motorsport and has multiple accolades to her name, most notably winning the 2023 American Rally Association Open Two-Wheel Drive class to become the youngest ARA champion in history.

As part of the Williams Racing Driver Academy, the team will be supporting Lia’s learning and development to maximise her potential throughout the F1 Academy season. She will work closely with the team at Grove to hone her skills, with access to the full spectrum of Academy support.

F1 Academy, the all-female racing series established by Formula 1, will enter its sophomore season in 2024 with each Formula 1 team fielding a driver. All seven rounds of the series will support F1 races across Europe, Asia, and North America, with the season commencing in Saudi Arabia before taking in rounds at Miami, Barcelona, Zandvoort, Singapore, Qatar, and Abu Dhabi.

Lia Block: "I am so excited to be joining the Williams Driver Academy and competing in F1 Academy in 2024! This is something I never could have dreamed of. I can’t wait to embrace this new experience and learn as much as possible."

James Vowles, Team Principal, Williams Racing: "We are excited to welcome Lia to Williams Racing as our F1 Academy driver for 2024. Lia has already achieved a tremendous amount in motorsport, has incredible natural talent, the champion mindset, and dedication to make a success of her journey into open-wheel racing. We cannot wait to get started on this journey together. As a team, we are committed to Formula 1 and F1 Academy’s joint efforts to improve female representation in motorsport, and we look forward to working with Lia as a key part of the Williams Racing Driver Academy."

 

Rate this article:
No rating
Comments (0)Number of views (456)
Print
Please login or register to post comments.