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  • Podcast Episode | 15 min | Documentary, Sport, Talk-Show

Track Limits

The Decisions Fans Never See: Silvia Bellot on Race Control Pressure (Season 3, Episode 16)
Podcast Episode | 15 min | Documentary, Sport, Talk-Show
In this episode, we sit down with Silvia Bellot, Race Director for 'F1 Academy' and one of the most respected officials in global motorsport. Silvia opens up about juggling two massive responsibilities at once - helping run the Las Vegas ...See moreIn this episode, we sit down with Silvia Bellot, Race Director for 'F1 Academy' and one of the most respected officials in global motorsport. Silvia opens up about juggling two massive responsibilities at once - helping run the Las Vegas Grand Prix while preparing for the 'F1 Academy' season finale taking place on the same weekend. She shares insight into what fans don't see behind the scenes, why Las Vegas is one of the most complex races on the calendar, and how the unique nighttime desert conditions can completely change a weekend. Silvia also speaks candidly about her journey from volunteer marshal in Spain to becoming a leader in race control, and how the motorsport ladder must evolve to truly support young girls entering the sport. From promoting 'F1 Academy' on the Las Vegas Sphere to discussing the rise of women's sport in North America, Silvia brings honesty, clarity, and passion to this conversation about motorsport's future. *Episode Chapters 00:00 - Intro: Balancing Las Vegas GP and 'F1 Academy'. 00:32 - Why 'F1 Academy' racing in Vegas is the perfect fit. 01:35 - Promoting 'F1 Academy' on the Sphere and plans for 2024. 02:40 - Women's sport boom in the US and why timing matters. 03:55 - Title battle ending in Vegas: Silvia's excitement. 05:00 - What race operations actually handle on Vegas weekend. 06:30 - Why Las Vegas is one of the hardest races to run. 08:05 - Cold nights, unique street layout and tire strategy challenges. 09:30 - Silvia's journey: from marshal in Spain to Race Director. 11:15 - How motorsport has changed for women. 12:25 - Fixing the pyramid for girls: 'F1 Academy' and Discover Your Drive. 13:35 - Racing Emily Prazer in karts and Silvia's hopes for the future. *Must-Watch Moments -"Las Vegas is one of the most complex races we run - nothing about it is normal". -"Putting F1 Academy on the Sphere is a milestone for women in motorsport". -"We need to fix the pyramid. Girls deserve the same opportunities from day one". -"Race control is people, pressure, and safety - not just pressing buttons". -"Women already exist in motorsport. What we need is visibility and access". Written by 'Track Limits' & Britrick_c21 See less
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Dec 11, 2025 (Canada)

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Track Limits (2023)
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Silvia Bellot
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