May 4, 2024; Miami Gardens, Florida, USA; F1 Academy driver Chloe Chambers (14) celebrates with F1 Academy driver Abbi Pulling (9) on the podium after the F1 Academy First Race at Miami International Autodrome. Pulling won first place and Chambers won third place. Mandatory Credit: Peter Casey-Imagn Images Peter Casey-Imagn Images

F1 Academy Champion Abbi Pulling Makes Major Career Announcement

Originally posted on F1 on SI | By Lydia Mee | Last updated Mar 1, 2025 9:30 AM ET

2024 F1 Academy champion Abbi Pulling has made a major announcement about her career as she parts ways with the BWT Alpine Formula One Team and signs as a driver for Rodin Motorsport's GB3 team.

Pulling, who is only 21 years old, has already had an impressive career. She was the first female to win a race in the British F4 and had a very successful season last year in 2024, dominating the F1 Academy by winning nine out of the fourteen races.

The F1 Academy itself was created by Formula 1 to help promote female participation in motorsport, and Pulling's success in its second season highlights the potential for women in racing.

Sharing the news to social media, Pulling posted:

"After our championship-winning season in F1 Academy and after lengthy discussions I have decided not to renew with the BWT Alpine Formula One Team. A huge thank you to everyone at the team, from those at the factory to the incredible partners and sponsors, for all their support along the way.

"I’ve met some amazing people and made memories that will stay with me forever. Merci, Alpine.

"Now, for my next chapter with @rodincarsofficial. We’ve already had some incredible success together in British F4 and @f1academy, and I can’t wait to see what we can achieve next as I take on GB3 with the team."