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Susie Wolff (GBR), F1 Grand Prix of USA at Circuit of The Americas on October 21, 2022 in Austin, United States of America. (Photo by HOCH ZWEI) Austin United States of America *** Susie Wolff GBR , F1 Grand Prix of USA at Circuit of The Americas on October 21, 2022 in Austin, United States of America Photo by HOCH ZWEI Austin United States of America
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Susie Wolff (GBR), F1 Grand Prix of USA at Circuit of The Americas on October 21, 2022 in Austin, United States of America. (Photo by HOCH ZWEI) Austin United States of America *** Susie Wolff GBR , F1 Grand Prix of USA at Circuit of The Americas on October 21, 2022 in Austin, United States of America Photo by HOCH ZWEI Austin United States of America
Since its dawn, Formula 1 has always been a male dominant sport. Only a few females, the likes of Desire Wilson, Giovanna Amati, and Lella Lombardi have made it to the pinnacle of Motorsports. As a step to change this homogenous state of affairs, an all-female driver series was announced last year. The F1 Academy is set to replace the Jamie Chadwick-dominated W-series. And the ex-Williams reserve driver, Susie Wolff, has been entrusted with a position of responsibility.
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Lewis Hamilton has arguably been the lone torchbearer of rights and diversity, and it is time that a woman is also at the helm of these affairs. Susie Wolff has been appointed as the Managing Director of the F1 Academy. And it has the F1 fans along with Hamilton joining forces to applaud the feat. With all boxes ticking in her favor, the F1 world is elated to see her joining GM Bruno Michel to conduct affairs of the F1 Academy.
The next chapter begins as I join @f1academy as Managing Director.
This is an opportunity to promote genuine change in our industry by creating the best possible structure to find and nurture female talent on their journey to the elite levels of motorsport, on and off track. pic.twitter.com/7BQCz5Uo0L
— Susie Wolff (@Susie_Wolff) March 1, 2023
Lewis Hamilton took to Instagram to congratulate Susie. He wrote, “Major!! Can’t wait to see @f1academy grown with @susie_wolff leading it” Lewis was not the only one who was overjoyed to see this appointment. A lot of fans joined him to see the representation going up a notch.
Lewis Hamilton and F1 Fans echo congratulatory emotions
A woman leading the women who want to make a mark in motorsport. Official Post of F1 stated, “A pioneer both on-track and in management off-track, Wolff will drive forward F1’s commitment to maximising opportunities for female drivers in motorsport.” and the fans couldn’t agree more.
Susie Wolff took to her Twitter account to announce the journey towards the “next chapter”
Congratulations queen of motor sports
— Deb (@mirrorball_21) March 1, 2023
So wonderful to hear this. We don't get such opportunities in our part of the world but I would love to see F1 academy thrive .. hopefully my girl will get to see it someday even if not play a role
— shilpi tewari (@shilpitewari) March 1, 2023
Congrats! My daughter’s love and appreciation of the sport is what brought me into its fandom. Glad that she will see herself reflected in the professional levels of F-1. Plus, we’re traveling together to view our first race this season!
— Conrad Cordova (@dadmnistrator) March 1, 2023
Congratulations Susie – a better person couldn’t have been found!! Experience, Leadership and Vision is needed and you have those qualities and so much more! Best wishes – this definitely means @F1 are serious as you bring much needed credibility!! Continued Inspiration!🏴🇬🇧🇧🇲
— Danika Pereira (@brightstar71) March 1, 2023
Congratulations @Susie_Wolff 👏🏿 You are a perfect person to fill this role. I wish you all the best in this next chapter of your life.
— Keke Makhetha 🇿🇦LH⁴⁴ (@Keke_Makhetha) March 1, 2023
Congrats Susie, please bring talented people from all over the world.
You're the perfect person to lead this role.
— Chetan C (@Chetanc25) March 1, 2023
As always, congratulations to the Queen! Wishing you all the best with the new quest🎉 pic.twitter.com/zCXbAWk2r4
— Mawethu William Anderson Soga (@mawethu_soga) March 1, 2023
Amazing News💜Can't think of a more perfect person for this job. This will be amazing chapter. The future for girls in F1 is very bright.
— Athena 🏳️🌈 (@tarmactorque) March 1, 2023
Lewis Hamilton, after posting the appreciation on Instagram Story, even took to Twitter to show his support and appreciation towards Susie Wolff.
👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾 https://t.co/c8raFTiXdW
— Lewis Hamilton (@LewisHamilton) March 1, 2023
The fans were quick to recall the duo’s history, including Karting days and more than a decade-long friendship.
The friendship between these two is really one of my favs 💜always so supportive over each other.
Imagine telling these two in Karting that they would achieve what they have today. Just wow☺️ pic.twitter.com/aECDq959Wd
— Athena 🏳️🌈 (@tarmactorque) March 1, 2023
so wonderful to see how far you’ve come pic.twitter.com/QhvqHw2tdt
— bia (@formulaXNDA) March 1, 2023
Greatest driver to ever sit in the cockpit congratulating Susie Wolff
— 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐫𝐞𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭 (@stanreport) March 1, 2023
Susie is the best person for the job! She deserves it🤩it's wonderful to see how long your friendship lasts😍I wish you Lewis and @Susie_Wolff many great successes, fulfillment, and joyful work😍🖤💛
— Martina Meier (@meiermartina22) March 1, 2023
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With this welcome step, do you think we will see women competing in Formula 1 soon enough? What are your thoughts on the lack of diversity in the sport?