Jamie Chadwick joins exclusive list after Williams F1 test
Jamie Chadwick became the latest female to drive a Formula 1 car after completing a Testing of Previous Cars programme for Williams at Portimao. The 28-year-old completed 32 laps in Portugal on Monday aboard the FW47 from last year, as part of her development driver duties for the British outfit. It meant she became the second female to drive an F1 car this year after Doriane Pin completed a ...…
On Monday, Jamie Chadwick made history by completing a Formula 1 test with Williams at the Autódromo Internacional do Algarve in Portugal. The FW47, which previously secured three podiums for Williams in the 2025 season, saw Chadwick complete 32 laps. As of the announcement, she is the second woman to test a Williams car, following F1 Academy CEO Susie Wolff in 2015, and the first British woman to drive a modern F1 car since 2023.
Chadwick's performance impressed the team, who noted her valuable technical feedback and pace. Williams F1 Team Principal James Vowles hailed Chadwick as an "inspiration," emphasizing her significant achievements in various racing categories, including becoming the first female British GT Champion in 2015 and the first female winner on a road course in the INDY NXT series in 2024. She joins an exclusive list of women in F1 history, alongside Maria Theresa di Filippis and Lella Lombardi, who made history in their own right.
Reflecting on her experience, Chadwick described it as "phenomenal" and an "incredible experience," expressing gratitude to Williams F1 Team for the opportunity. She aims to inspire the next generation of female racers, leveraging her recent experience to support young drivers and contribute to the advancement of women in motorsport.
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