The Motorsport UK Academy provides a performance pathway for the sport’ s talented young athletes, giving the nations’ future stars the chance to learn, develop, thrive, and ultimately unlock their full potential. Meet some of the young British hopefuls who are currently on its roster. Here are three of the current cohort.

Born: Surrey, 12th May 2009 Academy Programme: Enhanced DiSE Competes: BRSCC Fiesta Junior Championship

Recent Results: 2025 BRSCC Fiesta Junior Championship, with several top five results

What is your earliest motorsport memory?

I had my first experience in a kart at the age of three! My brothers started karting before me, so I was desperate to have a go myself. I drove a Bambino kart around the small track at Bayford Meadows. I was told to go slowly but I planted the throttle, which scared my dad! I absolutely loved it and from that point on, I knew it was exactly what I wanted to do.

Your highest high?

Finishing third in my class championship in my first year of cars, with more than ten podiums across the season. It was both exciting and nerve-wracking going into the unknown, but I managed to have a lot of highs.

Your lowest low?

In 2022, my brother had a karting accident which meant he had to retire from karting. That was extremely difficult to get through, and I took some time out after experiencing the consequences racing can have. Overall, though, it strengthened me as a driver.

The best opportunity?

Getting a fully funded drive for 2024 after winning the Jamsport Scholarship. That gave me an easy

transition from karts to cars, and it really propelled my career because I was able to fully focus on my driving performance instead of focusing on the costs.

What are your aims?

I hope to transition into single seaters next year and I would love to climb up the ladder and get into F1 Academy, competing with the top females in the world. As a female driver, that is the best opportunity out there to prove my worth. It has many people watching for the next successful female – which I am aiming to be me.

Who would you ask for career advice?

Sebastian Vettel. He was an extremely passionate driver, whose love for the sport drove him to the top. I think he found the right balance of enjoyment and dedication, making him an excellent and ferocious driver on track but also a fun character off it.

What is your biggest lesson from the Academy so far?

I have massively improved on the simulator, developing precise driving techniques and race craft. It has made me realise the importance of sim training and encouraged me to build one of my own at home.

Photos: James Roberts

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Revolution- February 2026