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Esmee Kosterman Set for Exciting Wild Card Role at Zandvoort F1 Academy Round

Esmee Kosterman will make her mark as a wild card entrant at this weekend's F1 Academy round in Zandvoort, representing the TeamViewer outfit. This is a thrilling opportunity for the young Dutch driver to showcase her talents on home soil at the iconic Circuit Zandvoort.

Our Take:

Having a local driver like Kosterman in the mix adds an exciting dynamic to the event. Her performance could not only bolster her own career but also inspire a new generation of fans in the Netherlands, highlighting the growth of women in motorsport.

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Source: https://www.f1technical.net/news/27650

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