Having made a strong debut during the 2024 Formula One Academy season, Learblock has returned to his second campaign in the series, hoping to improve his 8th place finish in the Driver Championship a year ago.
Williams' drivers will be even more boosted this year.
Block is participating in the Rockstar Energy Athlete lineup ahead of the 2025 F1 Academy season.
“As far as I can remember, race was my passion,” said Brock of the announcement. “Being able to wear the iconic gold star and represent the energy of a rock star on the track when I step into this next chapter of my career is especially as the first female driver on their roster. It's an incredible milestone. I hope this partnership will inspire more women to break into the race and pursue their dreams.”
As Williams' driver pointed out, she was Rockstar Energy's first female driver and is on the athlete's roster. Surfer and Olympic medalist Tatiana Weston Webb. Snowboarder Jil Perkins, Olympic gold medalist Red Gerald, and six-time X-Game medalist Lei Rai Wabuchi. Olympic skateboarder Chris Jocelyn and Cory Juneau, and Olympic gold medalist Keegan Palmer.
“We are thrilled to welcome Lia Block into the Rockstar Energy family,” says Steve Mateus, director of sports marketing at Rockstar Energy. “In her 18 years, Leah has solidified her position as a pioneer in the sport, making history and headlines. Her relentless drive, competitive spirit and passion for sports have made her a rock star team. It fits perfectly with nature. We are excited to join Lia's journey, especially as she continues to achieve greatness as she moves towards the Formula One Academy season.”
The 2025 F1 Academy schedule will feature seven races at the docket, which took place at China's Grand Prix on March 21st. The schedule includes a pair of stops in the US, including the Miami Grand Prix in May, and LAS's first stop. Vegas Grand Prix in November. This will mark the F1 Academy's first support series to race at the Las Vegas Strip Circuit.
