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Female racers struggle for sponsors and track time after leaving F1's women-only series

Maya Weug seemed to be doing everything right. “There was a good plan coming into this year and everything was ready to go and to focus on GT (sportscar racing),” the 22-year-old told The Associated…

  • Maya Weug faces challenges securing sponsorship and track time after F1 Academy.
  • Marta García, inaugural F1 Academy champion, has raced only nine months.
  • F1 Academy managing director Susie Wolff acknowledges struggles and works to break stereotypes.

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