Bianca Bustamante Secures Fourth Formula E Opportunity at Madrid Rookie Test
Young racing sensation Bianca Bustamante is embracing a packed schedule with enthusiasm as she prepares for her fourth outing in a Formula E car. The 21-year-old development driver for Cupra Kiro has received official approval to participate in the upcoming Madrid Rookie Test, scheduled for March 22. This announcement comes amid her busy preparations for the Eurocup-3 series this weekend, showcasing her dedication and rising profile in the motorsport world.
Cupra Kiro Announces Bustamante's Participation with Enthusiastic Social Media Post
Cupra Kiro made the exciting revelation about the Madrid Rookie Test on Tuesday, generating buzz across social media platforms. The team shared a poster on Instagram with the playful title "Guess who's back" and captioned it: "Can Madrid come sooner please? Asking for a friend (@racerbia is the friend)." They further extended a warm welcome, writing: "Welcome back, Queen B." The post garnered positive reactions, including clapping emojis from Cupra Kiro driver Pepe Marti and an enthusiastic "Woooooo, @racerbia!!" comment from Formula E's official page.
Bustamante's Formula E Journey and Excitement for Madrid Test
Bianca Bustamante is no stranger to Formula E, having previously participated in key events that have shaped her experience. Her debut occurred at the 2024 inaugural Women's Test, followed by appearances at the 2025 Berlin Rookie Test and the 2025/26 Women's Test in Valencia. Expressing her enthusiasm for the upcoming Madrid test, Bustamante told FormulaE.com: "After first getting behind the wheel of the Cupra Kiro in Berlin, my most recent test in Valencia was a really positive step forward, so to be back in the car again so soon is a fantastic opportunity to keep learning, to push myself, and to apply everything I've been working on behind the scenes."
She emphasized the value of this stage in her career, adding: "At this stage of my career, every opportunity is incredibly valuable, and I'm proud to be supporting the team. Madrid is another important milestone for me, and I'm ready to make the most of it." Her words reflect a mature approach to leveraging each chance for growth and development in the competitive racing arena.
Team Principal Praises Bustamante's Professionalism and Impact
Cupra Kiro Team Principal Russell O'Hagan also shared high praise for Bustamante, highlighting her contributions since joining as a Development Driver in Season 11. He stated: "We're really looking forward to having Bianca back in the car this weekend. Since joining CUPRA KIRO as our Development Driver in Season 11, Bianca has impressed us enormously, not only with her professionalism and maturity, but with the role she's played in our development and in actively promoting female participation in motorsport more broadly."
O'Hagan further hinted at upcoming team developments, noting: "We're very excited to give Bianca her next taste of Formula E in Madrid and can't wait to see her build on her current progress. This upcoming test is an important opportunity for us as a team, and we're very eager to maximise it. I'm looking forward to revealing the second half of our driver line-up very soon." This suggests that the Madrid Rookie Test will be a pivotal event for Cupra Kiro's strategic planning and driver selections.
Event Details and Broader Context
The Madrid Rookie Test is set to follow the inaugural Madrid E-Prix, which is scheduled for March 20–21, adding to the excitement of the Formula E calendar. This test provides a crucial platform for emerging talents like Bustamante to showcase their skills and gain valuable track experience. As she balances multiple racing commitments, Bustamante's participation underscores her resilience and ambition in a sport that demands peak performance and continuous adaptation.
