Berg Racing is proud to announce Ella White as the team’s first confirmed driver for the 2026 season and the first female driver in Berg Racing history, marking an important milestone for the organization.
Hailing from the mountains of Colorado near Aspen, White brings a unique and unconventional path into motorsport. Unlike many drivers, she did not come up through traditional karting. Instead, her racing journey began later, driving a formula car while participating in an Allen Berg Racing School (ABRS) Program at WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca. From that moment, her progression has been rapid.
Just last month, White completed her first Ligier JFC test with Berg Racing at the difficult Sebring International Raceway. Showing consistency, improvement and a clear-minded attitude, White adapted quickly to both the car and track, while competing alongside more experienced drivers.
Currently completing her senior year of high school, White balances her racing ambitions with strong academic performance. She has a particular passion for science—especially biology—and plans to pursue studies in biology and sports science alongside her racing career. Her background outside of motorsport is extensive, having competed at high levels in skiing, dance, field hockey, soccer and varsity swimming—all experiences that have helped shape her athleticism, discipline and mental toughness.
White views Ligier JFC as a critical step toward her long-term goals, which include F1 Academy and beyond. She is also passionate about helping grow female participation in motorsport and hopes her journey can inspire more women and girls to pursue racing.
“I’m super excited to be joining Berg Racing for the 2026 Ligier JFC season,” said White. “I can’t wait to get on track, keep learning, and show what I’m capable of. Thank you so much to Alex, Allen, and the whole team for believing in me.”
As the first driver announced for Berg Racing’s 2026 campaign, and the first female driver to ever join the team, Ella White represents both the future of the program and an important step forward for diversity in the sport. Berg Racing looks forward to supporting her development and welcoming her to the grid in 2026.
“I first met Ella while working as an instructor at an ABRS program in June, and had a nice chat with her regarding her goals,” said Alex Berg, Berg Racing’s Sporting Director. “After being able to personally work with [Ella] at her most recent Sebring test, I knew she had the will, and proper desire to compete in the Ligier Junior Formula Championship. I am very excited to welcome Ella to the team, and hope to be able to help her continue her journey in motorsport, and use my European racing experience to help fuel her goal of racing in F1 Academy & beyond.”
Name: Ella White
Age: 17 years old
Hometown: Carbondale, Colo.
Instagram Handle: @EllaWhite.52
– Berg Racing PR