Swedish 17-year-old Alexia Danielsson to race in Formula 1 support event in Austin, USA

Swedish racing driver Alexia Danielsson, 17, will become the first Swedish woman to compete in a formula car during a Formula 1 weekend. She earned this opportunity after being among the fastest in the F1 Academy's annual rookie test. The race will take place at the Circuit of the Americas in Austin, USA, in late October. Danielsson expressed her excitement, calling it an unforgettable experience and a foundation for her future career.

Swedish 17-year-old Alexia Danielsson to race in Formula 1 support event in Austin, USA
Published Sep 17, 2026
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