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Chiara Battig confirmed as Wild Card entry for F1 ACADEMY at Silverstone

Formula1.com • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 24, 2026, 3:19 PM

Last updated Jun 24, 2026

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Summary

Chiara Battig, a 16-year-old Swiss racer, will compete as the Wild Card entry for Round 3 of the 2026 F1 ACADEMY season at Silverstone. Battig drives the #6 car operated by Hitech, sporting a livery from Wella Professionals which emphasizes confidence and empowerment. Prior to her F1 ACADEMY debut, Battig achieved notable success in karting and has already secured a podium finish in British F4 at Silverstone. She expressed excitement about racing at one of motorsport's iconic circuits and aims to make a strong impression during her debut weekend.

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Key Details

•Chiara Battig is 16 years old and from Switzerland.
•She won the Swiss Karting Championship in the OK-Junior category.
•Battig has finished third in British F4 at Silverstone.
•She aims to showcase her skills with Wella Professionals support.
•The F1 ACADEMY is an all-female racing series making its debut at Silverstone.

What they're saying

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Chiara Battig has been confirmed as the Wild Card entry for Round 3 of the 2026 F1 ACADEMY season, with the all-female series set to make its debut at Silverstone.
— Formula1.comby Formula 1

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