Jessica Hawkins addresses physical strength and competition barriers in F1
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 12, 2026, 9:05 AM
Last updated Aug 12, 2026
Jessica Hawkins, Aston Martin Formula 1 driver ambassador, affirmed that women possess the necessary physical strength to race in F1. However, she highlighted the need for changes in junior categories like Formula 2 and 3 to promote equitable competition between male and female drivers. This discussion took place during her appearance on the Road to Success podcast, where she also reflected on her test drive of the Aston Martin AMR21 in Hungary in 2023. This statement adds to ongoing conversations about diversity and inclusion in motorsport.
- •Hawkins asserts women have the strength for F1 racing
- •Suggests changes needed in junior categories
- •Discussed during Road to Success podcast
- •Reflected on testing the Aston Martin AMR21 in 2023
- •Highlights ongoing diversity discussions in motorsport
- 9:05 AMMotorsport.com — Jessica Hawkins dismisses F1 strength concerns but flags junior series barrier for female drivers
- 9:05 AMYahoo Sports — Jessica Hawkins dismisses F1 strength concerns but flags junior series barrier for female drivers
"Aston Martin Formula 1 driver ambassador Jessica Hawkins insists women have the physical strength required to race in F1, but suggests changes may be needed in junior categories such as Formula 2 and Formula 3 to ensure female and male drivers can compete on equal terms. Speaking on the Road to Success podcast, the Briton reflected on her test of the Aston Martin AMR21 in Hungary in 2023. When ...Keep reading
"Jessica Hawkins insists women are physically capable of racing in Formula 1 but believes changes to F2 and F3 could help female drivers progress
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External links- Motorsport.comAug 12, 2026, 9:05 AMJessica Hawkins dismisses F1 strength concerns but flags junior series barrier for female drivers
Aston Martin Formula 1 driver ambassador Jessica Hawkins insists women have the physical strength required to race in F1, but suggests changes may be needed in junior categories such as Formula 2 and Formula 3 to ensure female and male drivers can compete on equal terms. Speaking on the Road to Success podcast, the Briton reflected on her test of the Aston Martin AMR21 in Hungary in 2023. When ...Keep reading
- Yahoo SportsAug 12, 2026, 9:05 AMJessica Hawkins dismisses F1 strength concerns but flags junior series barrier for female drivers
Jessica Hawkins insists women are physically capable of racing in Formula 1 but believes changes to F2 and F3 could help female drivers progress
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