Ambition GP

The FIA is upgrading Formula 4 helmet requirements for FIA Certified F4 events only to the ABP (Advanced Ballistic Protection) standard, starting in 2026!

Previously reserved for F1, F2, and F3, this tech brings:
✅ A reinforced forehead area for debris protection
✅ A narrower eyeport for increased structural strength
✅ Better energy absorption in frontal impacts

Bringing top-tier safety standards to the junior categories is a massive win. Good to see the FIA doubling down on protection for open-wheel rising stars. 👏

The 2026 AU4 Championship calendar, promoted by AGI Sport, is set 👊

Five rounds, three circuits. Next season will be big for Australia’s junior formula pathway 👉 bit.ly/4porhLP

F4 on a street circuit, and possibly the first for most of the drivers too.

The returns from 13–16 November, featuring FIA World Cups for FR, GT and Formula 4.

📺 Watch live on the FIA YouTube Channel.

Annabel Kennedy tested in the Formula 4 last week, its a big step from karts to a F4 and there is plenty to learn. By then end of the day Annabel was driving with confidence, speed and lap times improving throughout.

After competing at the Australian Karting Championships last weekend, Annabel has headed to Denmark to compete in FIA Karting Academy this weekend.

Next stop for Annabel is the 2025 FIA Indian F4 which kicks of on the 16th August!

Meanwhile at Qld Raceway, its the historic racing today with cars, bikes and side cars on track. Lunchtime has this iconic F1 replica car of the seventies.

James Raaymakers putting in laps on the sim today. Always aiming to improve performance.

Blustery and cold conditions at QR today. James Raaymakers competing in Round 4 of the Weekend Sprint Series