F1 Academy: Lia Block to race for Williams in 2024 with ART

Williams Formula 1 team has announced the American driver will represent the team on the 2024 F1 Academy grid, racing with ART Grand Prix.

Lia Block joins Williams & ART GP for the 2024 F1 Academy Season

Lia has competed in numerous racing series in her career, including Extreme E, Rally and Rallycross. At just 17, she has over 6 years behind the seat of a professional racing car, but her debut in F1 Academy will be her first full season of open-wheel racing.

"This is something I never could have dreamed of. I can’t wait to embrace this new experience and learn as much as possible." - Lia Block

Lia joins Jamie Chadwick to become the second female in the Williams Driver Academy, together they will support her development and maximise her potential throught the 2024 season.