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Bustamente has been involved in racing since the age of five, winning multiple karting championships across Asia. So far in her single-seater career, the 19-year-old has competed in W Series, Formula 4 UAE Championship, Italian Formula 4, USF Juniors and most recently F1 Academy.
In October 2023, it was announced Bianca would join the McLaren Driver Development programme, representing the team in the 2024 F1 Academy season with ART Grand Prix.
“I’m looking forward to getting behind the wheel of a GEN3 Evo car with the NEOM McLaren Formula E Team next month in Valencia," said the Filipino. "I’ve already been honing my skills in the simulator, and working with the team so I can extract the most from this opportunity as I can. I’m really looking forward to it.”
Lloyd began racing competitively in 2022 in the Ginetta Junior Championship before competing in in the Ginetta GT Championship the following year, finishing vice-champion.
At the beginning of 2024, the Brit competed in the Formula Winter Series, securing the Female Driver Trophy multiple times. She competed in British F4, completing the 2024 season with three P2 results, one P3 and multiple points finishes.
Lloyd has also joined the McLaren Driver Development programme and will represent the team in the 2025 F1 Academy season with Rodin Motorsport.
“I’m really excited to be part of the Women’s Test with the NEOM McLaren Formula E Team," said the 19-year-old Welsh racer. "This opportunity will allow me to gain valuable experience in Formula E GEN3 Evo machinery and continue to develop my skills as a racing driver. I can’t wait to get going.”
The Women’s Test aims to spearhead racing talent by providing women an opportunity to gain experience in the new GEN3 Evo car, while building their motorsport opportunities. The Women’s Test will take place on Thursday 7 November in Valencia, Spain. It is a first-of-its kind in FIA World Championship motorsport.
“I am very pleased with the Women’s Test taking place during Valencia pre-season testing, and am excited to be welcoming Bianca and Ella trackside as part of the NEOM McLaren Formula E Team," said McLaren Electric Racing Managing Director and NEOM McLaren Team Principal Ian James.
“Both drivers have had a smooth integration into the team and have already been developing their skills in the simulator as part of their preparation.
“I’m glad we can provide Bianca and Ella with a platform to demonstrate their ability and build new career opportunities, as part of the championship’s commitment to develop their experience in motorsport. I’m looking forward to seeing how they get on in Valencia next month.”