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International recognition for Rosanne den Drijver with invitation to F1 Academy Rookie Test

Rosanne den Drijver has taken an important step forward in her motorsport career. The 17 year old Captain Cruise driver from Naaldwijk has received an invitation to take part in the prestigious F1 Academy Rookie Test, an exclusive talent programme in which promising female drivers from around the world are assessed for the opportunity to secure a seat in F1 Academy.

Three Female Podium Finishes for Rosanne den Drijver on Her Italian Formula 4 Debut

Rosanne den Drijver made an impressive debut in the highly competitive Italian Formula 4 Championship.

Rosanne den Drijver Claims Race Victory at Sturup Raceway in Sweden

Rosanne den Drijver secured another race victory at Sturup Raceway in Sweden during her third Nordic4 weekend.

Victory and Setback for Rosanne den Drijver in Sweden

Rosanne den Drijver delivered a strong performance during her second Nordic4 race weekend in Sweden, but left with mixed feelings.

Rosanne den Drijver Gets Opportunity in Italian Formula 4 at Monza

Rosanne den Drijver has taken another important step in her motorsport career. The 17 year old Captain Cruise driver has been invited by Maffi Racing to compete in the third round of the Italian Formula 4 Championship.

Podium Finish on Her Formula 4 Debut in Denmark

Seventeen year old Rosanne den Drijver made an impressive debut in the Nordic Formula 4 Championship.

Formula 4 Test Drive

Barcelona, 11 April 2025: Captain Cruise driver Rosanne den Drijver will complete her first laps in a Formula 4 car in Barcelona next week.

“My goal is to secure a seat in the F1 Academy in 2027. This is a racing championship specifically for talented female drivers competing in Formula 4 cars. Racing there gives you valuable exposure within the motorsport world and will hopefully open new doors for me,” says 16 year old Rosanne enthusiastically.

First Westland Driver in Formula 4

Seventeen year old racing driver Rosanne den Drijver from the Westland region is taking another major step in her motorsport career.

Column by Alphons de Wit: Youth and the Future

It is inspiring to see young people pursuing ambitions beyond owning a fatbike and a mobile phone. It shows that the younger generation is capable of remarkable achievements.

“I want to become the fastest woman in the world.”

Rosanne den Drijver has admired Max Verstappen for many years. Both began their careers in karting before making the step up to Formula 4. Verstappen made that transition years ago and went on to become a Formula 1 legend. Now, Den Drijver is following the same path.

Strong comeback by karting talent Rosanne den Drijver

Naaldwijk, 28 July 2025: The third round of the IAME Benelux Series took place in Genk, Belgium, last weekend. Captain Cruise driver Rosanne den Drijver secured tenth place in the B Final. “I started from P13 on the inside. I made a strong start and immediately gained several positions.”

Ladies cup Le mans 2024

Rosanne den Drijver, 15, makes her debut at Le Mans: “I couldn’t believe my eyes”. Rosanne den Drijver finished fifth in the Ladies Cup in Le Mans on Sunday, during the world karting championship for female drivers. The 15 year old from Naaldwijk would gladly have accepted that result beforehand. “This was my biggest event so far.”