Archive · 19 Nov 2025
Australian Teen Annabel Kennedy Makes History in Indian F4
A 16-year-old girl from Australia, Annabel Kennedy, made history by becoming the first woman to stand on the podium in the Indian F4 Championship.
She loves racing and wants to inspire more girls to join the sport.
Her next big goal is to join the F1 Academy and maybe even race in Formula 1 someday.
Annabel Kennedy, a 16-year-old Australian, became the first woman to podium in the Indian F4 Championship.
She finished third in Race One of Round Two in Chennai.
Kennedy has a decorated karting background, including a national title and European representation.
She attributes her success to discipline, focus, and a supportive racing community.
Her goal is to secure a spot in the F1 Academy and ultimately compete in Formula 1.
- Who
- Annabel Kennedy, a 16-year-old Australian racer
- What
- Became the first woman to podium in the Indian F4 Championship
- When
- In 2025, during Round Two of the JK Tyre FMSCI National Racing Championship
- Where
- Chennai, India
- Why
- To pursue her passion for racing and inspire more girls to join the sport
Support for Women in Racing
Challenges Faced by Women in Racing
Increased Visibility
Support for Women in Racing
More women on the grid and in support roles are inspiring young girls to join the sport.
Challenges Faced by Women in Racing
The lack of female role models in the past has been a barrier to entry for many young girls.
Support Systems
Support for Women in Racing
Growing support systems, like the F1 Academy, are helping women advance in their racing careers.
Challenges Faced by Women in Racing
Historically, there have been fewer resources and opportunities available to women in racing.
- Age
- 16
- Hometown
- Queensland, Australia
- Racing Series
- Indian F4 Championship
- Achievement
- First woman to podium in Indian F4
- Goal
- Join the F1 Academy and compete in Formula 1