Rising Star Nicole Haveda will be taking part in the F1 Academy Grid for the 2025 season and heading to Hitech Grand Prix with an American Express sponsorship.
19-year-old Canadian driver It became She was the first woman to win the Formula Pro USA Western Championship during the 2023 season, and last year she finished sixth in the Formula Regional Americas Championship, a F3 series across North America.
Currently, she will be taking part in F1 Academy Grid and will begin her third season at China's Grand Prix next month. This year's F1 Academy schedule includes seven race weekends, including stops at the Miami Grand Prix and Las Vegas Grand Prix.
Haveda will partner with American Express and will run in colouring “inspired by the iconic American Express ribbon design,” according to a press release.
American Express
“I am honored to partner with American Express to make my debut at the Formula One Academy this season. Their support has helped me drive to compete at the highest level, providing performance, resilience and ambition on and off the track. We are excited to represent the brands we advocate,” Haveda said in a press release.
“From the very beginning of the F1 Academy sponsorship, Amex knew that it was important to get women on track. Vice President of American Express Suzuki said: “Nicol is I'm really looking forward to supporting Nicole as I embark on my journey to the Formula One Academy and compete with many other talented female drivers.”
The winner of the F1 Academy Drivers' Championship will win a fully funded spot in the GB3 Championship in the upcoming season. Last year, Abbi Pulling drove the Alpine and secured its seat with the F1 Academy title.
Currently, Haveda is one of the drivers aiming for that title in 2025.
