George Russell ahead of the Singapore GP - Photo: Race Pictures

F1 stars team up with Chicken Shop Date host for new series!

13:44, 08 Oct

Updated: 14:02, 08 Oct

byKada Sarkozi

The host of Chicken Shop Date, Amelia Dimoldenberg, is set to star in a new series alongside multiple F1 drivers.

"Although I don’t know how to drive. I’m excited to put my well-established passenger - and interviewing - skills to good use."

- Amelia Dimoldenberg

Building on the success of ‘Drive to Survive’ and ‘F1: The Movie’, Formula 1 is now collaborating with the famous YouTuber and comedian.

Amelia’s social media following stands at 3.15 million, largely thanks to her popular series Chicken Shop Date.

The series, titled ‘Passenger Princess’, will be produced by Amelia’s company, Dimz Inc., and will be released on her YouTube channel.

The competition also shared a teaser post on social media.

These drivers will feature on 'Passenger Princess'

After Lando Norris and actor Damson Idris — who played Joshua Pearce in F1: The Movie — appeared on previous episodes of Chicken Shop Date, four F1 drivers will now feature in the new series.

The line-up includes championship leader Oscar Piastri, Singapore Grand Prix winner George Russell, four-time race winner Carlos Sainz, and Haas rookie Oliver Bearman. The episodes were filmed during this year’s Belgian Grand Prix.

George Russell on the podium at the Singapore Grand Prix - Photo: RacePictures

Formula 1's aim is to reach a new audience with 'Passenger Princess'. Emily Prazer, Chief Commercial Officer of Formula 1 said: "This collaboration with Dimz Inc. marks the latest partnership from Formula 1 to engage with its rapidly growing demographic of young fans.

"Passenger Princess will combine Amelia’s wit and charm with the drama and excitement of Formula 1 at one of the sport’s most iconic circuits. We can’t wait for fans to see it.”

Ian Holmes, Chief Media Rights and Broadcasting Officer of Formula 1, added: "Amelia has one of the most distinctive and entertaining voices in culture today and we love the quality, originality, and global content she produces, so we’re thrilled to be putting her in the driving seat on a Formula 1 track and offering some help from a few good drivers we know!

"This original series is another way for F1 to entice a new audience into the exciting world of racing.”

Baku podium sitter Carlos Sainz will also feature in the series - Photo: Race Pictures

Amelia herself said: "My dream has always been to tell stories and work with great collaborators, so I’m proud to be working with such an iconic and recognised brand as F1 on this latest original series.

"Although I don’t know how to drive. I’m excited to put my well-established passenger - and interviewing - skills to good use."