Doriane Pin returns to the F1 Academy grid in 2025 with Mercedes.
Doriane Pin Becomes the Tenth 2025 F1 Academy Entrant
The F1 Academy grid continues to take shape as Doriane Pin gears up for an exciting 2025 in motorsport with Mercedes.
After an impressive debut season, she will set her sights on the 2025 F1 Academy title. The French driver, who finished as Vice Champion in 2024, will remain at the helm of the Mercedes-AMG F1 Academy entry, operated by Prema Racing.
🚨BREAKING: Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1 Team Junior Doriane Pin returns to F1 Academy for 2025.
Driving a Prema Racing-operated car, Doriane has another title challenge firmly in her sights after an impressive second-place finish this year.
The 20-year-old will also compete in the… pic.twitter.com/hc7ElnuQ1C
— F1 Academy (@f1academy) December 18, 2024
Chasing the Title
Speaking about her upcoming season, Pin expressed enthusiasm for the challenges ahead:
“I am excited to continue this journey together with the Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1 Team and Iron Dames next year.
“After becoming Vice Champion in F1 Academy in my maiden season, I am extremely motivated to go for the Drivers’ title in 2025. I will be pushing myself hard to improve over the winter and hopefully can enjoy an even stronger season next year.” – Doriane Pin.
2025, here we go! 🚀
I’m thrilled to announce my plans for an incredible year ahead, taking on three single-seater championships around the world! pic.twitter.com/hkn2nJgTVl
— PIN DORIANE (@DorianePin) December 18, 2024
The 2025 F1 Academy calendar offers an international stage alongside F1 once again. The season begins in China before heading to circuits in Jeddah, Miami, Montreal, Zandvoort, Singapore, and the Las Vegas Strip Circuit, where the season ends in November.
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Backed by Powerhouses
Support from Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1, the Iron Dames, and Prema Racing forms the foundation of Pin’s racing success.
Powering into 2025 💪 Excited to announce @DorianePin returns to @f1academy next season 🙌
Click the link for more info 👇
— Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1 Team (@MercedesAMGF1) December 18, 2024
Gwen Lagrue, Driver Development Advisor for Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1, praised her adaptability and growth:
“Making the switch from GT and endurance cars is never easy, as both the driving style and skill set required are different. She handled that change well, achieving success in several championships and competing strongly in F1 Academy. Considering her progress this year and the experience she now has, we are confident that Doriane can fight for the title in 2025.” – Gwen Largue.
Deborah Mayer, founder of Iron Dames, also commended Pin’s exemplary attitude:
“Doriane embodies the values of the Iron Dames: passion, determination, and an exemplary attitude. Her 2025 campaign will enable her to consolidate her place among the world’s top single-seater talents. With unwavering support, she has the best possible environment to succeed.” – Deborah Mayer.
PREMA Racing’s Team Principal, Rene Rosin, echoed these sentiments:
“Doriane demonstrated focus and determination in her rookie season, navigating a steep learning curve with resilience. The results confirm her potential, and we are eager to see her progress further in 2025.” – Rene Rosin.
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Building Experience
While F1 Academy remains her central focus, Pin’s plans extend beyond a single series.
She will continue competing in the Formula Regional European Championship (FRECA), which she raced in alongside 2023 F1 Academy Champion Marta García in 2024 for the Iron Dames. Pin competed in 15 races this year and finished 27th.
She will also race in select rounds of the F4 United Arab Emirates Championship during the winter. In 2024, Pin raced in four rounds with Prema. She finished tenth in the championship with one pole position and a victory in preparation for her F1 Academy campaign.
Pin confirmed through social media that she will race at Dubai, Yas Marina, and Jeddah.
🌍 Starting in February with Formula Regional Middle East at Dubai, Yas Marina, and Jeddah.⁰🌎 My second F1 Academy season with the @MercedesAMGF1 Junior Programme.⁰🌍 Returning to FRECA to build on everything I’ve learned so far!
— PIN DORIANE (@DorianePin) December 18, 2024
This ensures she gains valuable track time while sharpening her pre-existing skills in single-seaters across different racing formats.
A Rising Star
Doriane Pin’s journey reflects the aim of the Iron Dames project, which strives to elevate women in motorsport. F1 Academy shares this goal.
With three wins and five podiums in her debut F1 Academy season totalling 217 points for second place, she has already proven what she is capable of.
However, the 20-year-old is striving for more. In 2025, she aims to surpass her previous achievements and claim the title.
She joins Chloe Chambers (Red Bull Ford), Ella Lloyd (McLaren), Rafaela Ferreira (RB), Courtney Crone (Haas), Alba Hurup Larsen (Tommy Hilfiger), Nina Gademan (Alpine), and Alisha Palmowski (Red Bull), and Emma Felbermayr (Kick Sauber) in what will be an exciting season. Eight other drivers are to be confirmed.
Pin is one of two 2024 rookies confirmed to return for their second and final F1 Academy season. However, she is the first to return with their Driver Academy as Chambers transitions from Haas to Red Bull.
Three other 2024 rookies: Maya Weug (Ferrari), Tina Hausmann (Aston Martin), and Aurelia Nobels (PUMA) are yet to be confirmed for a 2025 return.
Weug and Hausmann were the French driver’s 2024 teammates at Prema. Together, they won the Team’s Championship with Pin and Weug second and third in the Drivers’ Title.
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