'Tie Dou' completes 997km in preseason test

The F1 Academy China qualifying rounds are scheduled to start on March 21, with races spanning two days. "In racing, there's no gender divide—only speed and ambition," Shi said. "I'll strive to fly the Chinese flag proudly on the international stage."

In 2024, Shi won the Challenge Cup at the FIA F4 Chinese Championship in Shanghai and finished third in the CFGP category. She has also competed in the Toyota Gazoo Racing GR86 Cup and the China Endurance Championship.

Her upcoming challenge at the Shanghai International Circuit not only represents a personal triumph but also a landmark moment for Chinese female athletes in global motorsport.