FIA seeks Formula One star of the future
The FIA Institute has revealed the shortlist of 19 drivers who will take part in a three-day shootout for places in its new Young Driver Excellence Academy.
In a bid to find racing stars for the future, the FIA Institute has set up the Academy, naming drivers from all over the world including Bahrain, France, Spain, Israel, the UK, Estonia, Norway, the USA and New Zealand.
The 19 will compete in a three-day shootout, which will involve both driving and non-driving assessments, of which ten will be chosen to join the Academy.
"This is a trial year for the Academy programme but we are already thrilled by the positive response we've received so far," said Richard Woods, FIA Institute Director General.
"We are pleased to be able to help young competitors at this important stage of their development and to do so in a way that ensures that safety is always at the forefront throughout their careers."
Former F1 driver and two-time Le Mans winner Alex Wurz and former World Rally Champion co-driver Robert Reid have teamed up with the FIA Institute to lead the Academy selection process and training programme.
"I am delighted that so many young talented drivers have applied to participate in the first ever FIA Institute Academy," said Wurz.
"It demonstrates that this type of training, focusing as much on the classroom as on the track, is highly desirable for young competitors looking to develop and progress their careers in motor sport."
The Driver Shortlist:
Kevin Abbring, 21, Netherlands
Hamad Ahmed Al Fardan, 23, Bahrain
Paul-Loup Chatin, 19, France
Albert Costa, 20, Spain
Alon Day, 19, Israel
Philipp Eng, 20, Austria
Robin Frijns, 19, Netherlands
Adam Gould, 23, UK
Timmy Hansen, 18, Sweden
Egon Kaur, 23, Estonia
Andreas Mikkelsen, 21, Norway
Josef Newgarden, 20, USA
Norman Nato, 18, France
Alexander Rossi, 19, USA
Jan Skala, 19,Czech Republic
Richie Stanaway, 19, New Zealand
Molly Taylor, 22, Australia
Stoffel Vandoorne, 18, Belgium
Joni Wiman, 17, Finland
Credit: PlanetF1.com (www.planetf1.com)
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