Aston Martin launches F1 driver academy, indicators Mari Boya 

The Aston Martin F1 workforce has launched its driver academy, with Spain’s FIA Method 3 driver Mari Boya as its first recruit.

A 3-time Spanish karting champion, Boya might be supported by Aston Martin with what the workforce known as a “complete growth programme” as he navigates the F1 feeder collection ladder. 

The newly designed driver academy goals to determine and assist younger expertise all the best way right down to karting degree, mirroring what most different F1 groups are actually doing, and is constructed on the foundations of the workforce’s driver growth programme, which options F2 frontrunner Jak Crawford. 

“Firstly, we’re very blissful to welcome Mari to the brand new programme,” stated Aston Martin workforce principal Andy Cowell. 

“He’s a promising expertise with a robust monitor file, pure pace, and a decided mindset, however he’s additionally an extremely well-rounded athlete – a trait we worth in motorsport. Our intention is to help his growth in each space, from racecraft and technical suggestions to media, health, and private progress, getting ready him for the calls for of top-level racing. 

“We’re additionally proud to launch the Aston Martin Aramco Method 1 Staff Driver Academy, a programme designed to determine, help, and develop distinctive driving expertise. 

“This initiative offers us the chance to form the following era of drivers, serving to them develop into the whole bundle each on and off the monitor. Guiding younger expertise by means of a number of the most difficult and aggressive phases of their careers will not be solely a privilege, however a shared ardour throughout the whole workforce.” 

Boya added: “Becoming a member of the Aston Martin Aramco F1 Staff Driver Academy is a dream come true. It is a distinctive alternative to study from a workforce with a lot ambition in Method 1. 

“My aim is to soak up as a lot information as doable, contribute in each approach I can, and proceed exhibiting my potential on monitor. Being a part of such a prestigious Method 1 workforce and entering into the Aston Martin Aramco surroundings is extremely particular. The AMR Know-how Campus is an inspiring place to be, and I am excited for the alternatives forward as I proceed working onerous and rising as a driver.” 

Boya will participate on this weekend’s Austria F3 spherical with Aston Martin logos on his helmet and overalls. The 21-year-old Campos Driver heads to the Crimson Bull Ring in thirteenth within the standings, having scored a single podium up to now in Monaco’s characteristic races. He’s heading in the right direction for his finest end result up to now in his third F3 season, having a solitary win to his identify in Barcelona’s reverse-grid dash race final season.