Overview
- Mercedes confirmed Pin will conduct simulator development at Brackley and Brixworth, support engineers at the factory and trackside, and attend several grands prix.
- She will mentor Mercedes’ yet-to-be-named 2026 F1 Academy driver as part of her expanded responsibilities.
- Pin captured the 2025 F1 Academy title with four wins and eight podiums, sealing the championship in Las Vegas over Ferrari-backed Maya Weug.
- Team representative Bradley Lord highlighted her technical feedback, engineering knowledge, speed and race-craft as key factors behind the promotion.
- Pin has stated that her goal is to reach Formula 1 and said the new role is preparation she hopes will lead to an F1 test in 2026; details of her separate racing campaign are expected shortly.