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Aston Martin Unveils Exciting New Formula 1 Project
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Highlights
- Aston Martin launched its Driver Academy on June 24, 2024.
- Spanish driver Mari Boya signed as the academy’s first member.
- Boya is a three-time Spanish karting champion and FIA F3 podium finisher.
- Academy partnered with Fernando Alonso’s karting school for driver development.
- Andy Cowell described the program to nurture future Formula 1 stars.
- Next races include Austrian GP on June 29 and British GP on July 6.
The new Driver Academy is a continuation of Aston Martin’s focus on nurturing talent, having guided drivers like Felipe Drugovich in the past. The academy is being set up in partnership with Fernando Alonso’s karting school.
Alonso, a two-time world champion and current Aston Martin F1 driver, provides inspiration and experience for the new recruits. For Boya, being around experienced racers like Alonso, Lance Stroll, and Pedro de la Rosa makes the experience even more special.
Team Principal Andy Cowell explained that the academy is designed to identify and develop talented drivers, providing support both on and off the track.
Cowell described it as a way for Aston Martin to shape the next generation of Formula 1 stars.
The program is intended to guide young drivers through some of the most challenging and competitive phases of their racing careers. This move sees Aston Martin become the ninth F1 team to have a driver academy; only Haas currently does not have one.
Sebastian Vettel has also made headlines recently by confirming talks with Red Bull about a possible F1 return.
At the same time, key stories include Pierre Gasly instructing Alpine ahead of changes, and Max Verstappen showing off a new helmet design.
These developments keep the F1 news cycle busy as the season progresses. Looking at the 2025 standings, Oscar Piastri of McLaren leads with 198 points.
His teammate Lando Norris sits second with 176, while Max Verstappen of Red Bull holds third at 155. Team standings show McLaren ahead of Mercedes and Ferrari, with McLaren collecting 374 points this season so far.
The next races on the calendar include the Austrian Grand Prix on June 29 and the British Grand Prix at Silverstone on July 6.
The season will continue with stops in Belgium, Hungary, and the Netherlands.
As the new Driver Academy begins, Aston Martin looks to build for the future while staying competitive in today’s field. Mari Boya’s selection signals the team’s confidence in his potential and the value it places on strong driver development.
The coming months will show how this investment pays off, both for Boya and for the team’s long-term ambitions in Formula 1.
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