GIRLS ON TRACK DIARY: Catching up with María Bolaños

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GIRLS ON TRACK DIARY: Catching up with María Bolaños

From participating in the FIA Girls on Track to getting media accreditation for the 2023 Mexico City E-Prix, 21-year-old María Bolaños recounts her time with the programme, over to you Maria...

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My passion for motor racing came from my family. Two of my uncles were professional racing drivers, and together with my dad, they got me involved in the sport!

I first took part in FIA Girls on Track in 2019 at the Mexico City E-Prix, and then joined the programme as a volunteer in 2022. 

I was thinking about my best memory from FIA Girls on Track, but there are so many to choose from! I'd say meeting so many girls who I've become friends with - and we all share the same passion for motorsport!

There's also the chance of getting a face-to-face look into the motorsport industry and seeing all the opportunities.

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Meeting a World Champion - Maria with Nyck de Vries at the Mexico City E-Prix

Since taking part in FIA Girls on Track, I've worked as a trainee at the Formula E race in Mexico City, continued working on my Instagram blog, and last year, I got media accreditation for the 2023 Mexico City E-Prix.

I'd planned to study Sports Business Administration but decided to switch to Communications and Event Planning as this was more aligned with what I wanted to do. I've also joined my Students Association, where I co-ordinate social media and general information.

My graduation is in a year and a half, and after that, I'd love to continue working within motorsport, with the comms, PR and event experience.

If I were to give any advice to girls considering the program, it's just: 'Do it!' Do not hesitate, as you are joining a family who will cheer you on every time you achieve something! You will also experience the best day of your year and have so much fun making life-long memories.

Are you inspired by Maria's time with Formula E and FIA Girls on Track? There's still plenty of races to get involved! Find out more and register to join us at a race in Season 10