Ava Dobson Set for Full-Season F1 Academy Debut at Chinese Grand Prix
- Mar 11
- 2 min read
Updated: Mar 12
Shanghai International Circuit, China- March 11, 2026- American racing driver Ava Dobson will make her full-season debut in the 2026 F1 Academy Championship this weekend, March 13-15 at the Chinese Grand Prix in Shanghai, marking a major milestone in the Wisconsin native’s rapidly rising international motorsport career. Dobson will compete with Hitech, one of the championship’s most competitive teams, and will represent American Express as her primary partner throughout the 2026 F1 Academy season. The highly anticipated race weekend at the Shanghai International Circuit opens the next chapter for Dobson, who has steadily built a reputation as one of the most promising young American drivers progressing through the global single-seater ladder. “I’m incredibly excited to begin my full F1 Academy season in Shanghai,” said Dobson. “This championship represents an amazing opportunity to compete on some of the biggest stages in motorsport while continuing to develop as a driver. I’m proud to be representing American Express and to be working with the Hitech team again this season.”
Launched to accelerate the development of female racing talent, F1 Academy races alongside select Formula 1 Grands Prix, providing drivers with a global platform in front of millions of fans worldwide. The series has quickly become one of the most important pathways for young female drivers aspiring to climb the international motorsport ladder. Dobson’s 2026 campaign will see her compete at some of the most iconic circuits in the world as she continues building experience at the highest levels of junior formula racing.“I hope my journey shows other girls that this path is possible,” Dobson said. “The support from partners like American Express and the opportunity to race with Hitech allows me to continue pushing toward my ultimate goals in racing. ”The F1 Academy Chinese Grand Prix weekend begins with practice and qualifying sessions ahead of the opening races of the 2026 season.
About Ava Dobson
Ava Dobson is an American racing driver from Wisconsin competing in the 2026 F1 Academy Championship with Hitech. Known for her determination, technical focus, and competitive racecraft, Dobson continues to establish herself as one of the emerging talents in international motorsport.
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