Can I join F1 at 25?
All drivers must be women and be aged 16 years of age or older and 25 years of age or younger when entering their first race event of the season. Additionally, all drivers may only compete in two seasons of the series. F1 Academy drivers must be between the ages of 16 and 25, and cannot race for more than two seasons in the series. From the 2027 season onwards, drivers who had participated in two seasons may be granted an exemption to enter for a third season if it is thought to be beneficial for their development.Until midway through 2024, the rules stated that drivers must be the holder of a current FIA International Grade A licence, be the holder of a valid driving licence and be at least 18 years old at the start of their first F1 competition.The F4 US Championship requires a driver to be a minimum of 15-years-old to compete; there is no maximum age. Drivers can compete the entire season for the championship, however, single event entries are allowed. The F4 US Championship is open to competitors around the world. James Goughary Jr.Until midway through 2024, the rules stated that drivers must be the holder of a current FIA International Grade A licence, be the holder of a valid driving licence and be at least 18 years old at the start of their first F1 competition.
Is an F1 driver a job?
One of the most exciting and competitive jobs in Formula 1 is the person in the car: the driver. As of 2026, only 22 people in the world can be Formula 1 drivers. It takes a long time to earn that place, requiring dedication, talent, money and a good bit of luck. Drivers often start in Kart Racing or Karting. As a kart racer you can either drive your own kart independently or a team’s kart. You can then compete in regional championships and work your way through the rankings. Talented drivers are recruited by scouts into Formula 4, 3 and 2, which are Formula 1 feeder series.
Can an Indian be a F1 driver?
Indian driver Kush Maini will participate in his first official Formula 1 session with Alpine at Abu Dhabi Young Driver Test. He becomes only the third Indian to achieve an official F1 outing. Kush Maini (pronounced [kuʃ ˈmai. September 2000) is an Indian racing driver who is set to compete in the FIA Formula 2 Championship for ART Grand Prix as part of the Alpine Academy, and serves as a reserve driver in Formula One for Alpine and in Formula E for Mahindra.