F1 Academy champion Alisha Palmowski has officially confirmed her progression to the Formula Regional European Championship (FREC) for the upcoming season. The 20-year-old talent, a key member of the Red Bull Racing junior development program, will compete with full backing at Rodin Motorsport as she continues her climb through the single-seater ranks.
Palmowski's trajectory has been nothing short of stellar. Following a standout wildcard appearance in Qatar in 2024, she was drafted into the Red Bull Academy programme and campaigned for Campos Racing. Her dominance was finalized during the 2026 season, where she clinched the championship title in Austin, Texas, with three races to spare.
Reflecting on her journey, Palmowski expressed deep gratitude for the support system behind her. "I am incredibly excited to continue this path with the backing of Red Bull and the F1 Academy. Winning the title in Austin, with my family there and so many people cheering me on, was surreal—a weekend I will never forget. I have grown so much as a driver and a person over the last two seasons, and the support from Campos Racing has been incredible," she stated.
The move to Formula Regional represents a significant step toward her ultimate goal of reaching Formula 1. "Next season brings a new series, a new team, and a new opportunity to test myself. Moving up the single-seater ladder has always been my goal, and I am grateful for the chance to compete with Rodin Motorsport. I cannot wait to get started," she added. In addition to her FREC commitments, she is set to pair with former F1 driver David Coulthard for the Race of Champions in January.
Laurent Mekies, CEO and Team Principal of Red Bull Racing, lauded her development and resilience. "We are thrilled to keep Alisha within the Red Bull family. She has developed exceptionally well on and off the track. Despite the pressure of entering the season as the favorite, she delivered consistently at a very high level, culminating in a dominant championship win. We remain fully committed to supporting her growth as she transitions into the Red Bull Junior Team for her next challenge," Mekies remarked.
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