Aston Martin announces its plans for the 2026 Festival of Speed

Jak Crawford, the team’s third driver, will be joined by Jessica Hawkins, Head of Aston Martin’s F1 Academy programme and current racer in British GT, for a series of runs up the Hill over the event as the team looks to showcase its next generation of drivers.

Crawford finished second in the Formula 2 Championship in 2025, during which time he also served as Aston Martin’s test driver, while Hawkins is currently second in the British GT4 Championship thanks to three second-place finishes in the opening three rounds.

The pair will be making their debuts on the Hill when they take to the wheel of the AMR25, Aston Martin’s 2025 challenger driven by Lance Stroll and Fernando Alonso, who drove the car to its best finish of fifth at that year’s Hungarian Grand Prix.

As well as guiding the AMR25 up the Hill, Crawford and Hawkins will appear on the stage at the all-new FOS Fan Zone presented by Pirelli, offering insight into their experiences in motorsport. 

Aston Martin also promises a wide range of activities for fans to enjoy at the event, alongside the opportunity to witness modern F1 technology up close. 

“I’m really looking forward to getting out on the hillclimb and experiencing it for myself, whilst showcasing a modern Formula 1 car to the fans,” said Crawford. 

Hawkins added: “To be able to share this moment with fans is incredibly special to me, and showing passionate young girls what women can do in Formula 1 means a lot. Goodwood is such a unique celebration of motorsport history and innovation, and it’s an honour to be part of it with the team.”

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