Alba Larsen to Return for a Third Season with Ferrari in 2027 F1 Academy
Ferrari confirms Alba Larsen will race for its F1 Academy team again in 2027, marking a historic third campaign for the young Indian‑born driver.
Ferrari has confirmed that Alba Larsen will line up for a third consecutive season in the F1 Academy series in 2027, making her the first driver to contest three campaigns with the Italian marque’s junior programme. The announcement was made on the official Formula 1 website on Monday, highlighting the team’s continued faith in the 18‑year‑old’s development.
Why Larsen’s return matters
Larsen, who was born in Mumbai before moving to Europe to pursue her racing career, impressed in her debut season with a podium finish at the Red Bull Ring and a steady points‑scoring run in 2025. Her second year saw a breakthrough victory at Spa‑Francorchamps, cementing her reputation as a rising talent in the women‑only feeder series. By extending her contract for a third year, Ferrari signals that they view her as a long‑term prospect for higher‑level categories, potentially even a future test role with the Scuderia’s Formula 1 squad.
The F1 Academy, launched in 2023 to nurture young female drivers, has become a key pathway for talent identification. Ferrari’s involvement, through its dedicated academy team, provides drivers like Larsen with top‑tier engineering support, data analysis and exposure to the broader Formula 1 ecosystem. The 2027 calendar, confirmed earlier this year, will feature 12 races across Europe, the Middle East and Asia, including a historic stop at the Buddh International Circuit – a welcome addition for Indian fans.
What this means for Indian motorsport fans
Alba Larsen’s continued presence in the series is a boost for Indian motorsport enthusiasts, who have followed her journey since she first appeared on the junior karting scene. The 2027 season will kick off on 3 March with a pre‑season test at the Circuit de Barcelona‑Catalunya, followed by the first race on 10 March at the Algarve International Circuit. All sessions will be streamed live on FanCode in India, with race start times adjusted to Indian Standard Time (IST). For example, the opening race in Portugal will begin at 19:00 IST, allowing Indian viewers to watch the action in prime‑time.
Fans can also expect a dedicated “Alba Larsen” segment on FanCode’s pre‑race shows, featuring interviews and behind‑the‑scenes footage. The inclusion of the Buddh International Circuit in the 2027 schedule means Indian audiences will finally see an F1 Academy event on home soil, a milestone that could inspire a new generation of Indian drivers.
Source: Formula1.com