FIA announces academy shortlist

The FIA has announced the shortlist of 19 drivers who will compete for places in its new Young Driver Excellence Academy. Ex-Formula 1 driver Alex Wurz and 2001 World Rally champion co-driver Robert Reid are heading up the Academy training programme, which aims to give unprecedented support to rising young talents. A three-day shootout will be held to decide the 10 drivers who will be part of the inaugural scheme, with the candidates to be assessed on "fitness and performance, media techniques, teamwork and psychology." Drivers on the shortlist include Intercontinental Rally Challenge frontrunner Andreas Mikkelsen, Formula Renault 3.5 racer Albert Costa, Formula 2's Philipp Eng, Formula BWM Europe champion Robin Frijns, GP3 drivers Alexander Rossi and Josef Newgarden, and Junior WRC rally winner Kevin Abbring.

Source: http://www.inracingnews.com/3rdparty/fia-announces-academy-shortlist/

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