Young Brazilian pilot of only 19 years started in 16th position; F1A’s next race is scheduled for 10:45 pm this Saturday
a 19 -year -old Brazilian pilot, made his debut at Formula 1 Academy (F1A) during the China Grand Prix. The race, held at dawn on Saturday, saw Rafaela start in 16th position and, surprisingly, she managed to finish in 5th place, ensuring her first points in the competition. The use of safety car during the race ended up favoring its performance. The next F1A race is scheduled for 10:45 pm Brasilia time, and Rafaela again will begin the race in 16th position.
Currently, Rafaela is part of the Red Bull team at F1A and will turn 20 on the 18th of this month. Her career in motorsport is marked by significant achievements, such as being the first woman to win a pole position at the 2022 Kart Cup in 2022. In addition, in 2023, she stood out when she was the first woman to climb the podium in the Brazilian F4 Championship. This year, Rafaela is experiencing a new experience by competing outside South America, which represents an important step in her career.
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Posted by Fernando Dias
