Red Bull has confirmed that 2026 F1 Academy champion Alisha Palmowski is joining its Junior Team. She will move to the Formula Regional European Championship with Rodin Motorsport in 2027 through a fully funded seat, supported by a testing programme.
The 20-year-old secured the F1 Academy championship in Austin with three races remaining. Five wins, seven podiums and six poles this season have led to a confirmed next step in her single-seater career.
From an Academy win to the championship
Palmowski first appeared in F1 Academy as a wildcard in Qatar in 2024. She joined Campos for the full 2025 season, won at the Shanghai opener and finished fifth in the standings. In 2026, she converted individual success into a more sustained campaign and clinched the championship early in Austin.
Moving to Formula Regional brings a different car and competitive environment. The funded seat and testing establish support for both racing and preparation, giving the Academy champion a concrete progression plan.
Junior backing for the next stage
Palmowski welcomed the Red Bull Junior Team opportunity and looked forward to learning and improving with Rodin. F1 Academy also presented the support as an opportunity for its champion to continue progressing.
