Interview | F1 Academy star Lia Block on her first podium!
About this episode
Lia Block, an F1 Academy driver with a rally background, shares her excitement after securing her first podium in the series. She discusses the challenges of balancing rally and single-seater racing, the support from mentor Jamie Chadwick, and her mindset during races. Lia reflects on her growth, the unique experience of competing internationally, and her hopes for the future, including whether she'll continue in rally or F1 Academy. The episode also touches on the development of female drivers in motorsport and Lia’s ambitions for the final races in Singapore and Las Vegas.
Christian sits down with F1 Academy driver Lia Block. Fresh off the back of her first podium in Zandvoort, she gives an exclusive insight into what goes through someone's head when they are navigating the process of a podium celebration. Who would have thought you need to factor in not getting champagne on your race suit if you still have another race that weekend?
She'll also be answering your listener questions, such as...
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When will we see another female F1 driver?
and..what are her racing plans for next year?
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