From Pit to Podium
Nine unique wishes granted at the FORMULA 1 LOUIS VUITTON AUSTRALIAN GRAND PRIX 2025
Make-A-Wish is proud to be a charity supported by F1®. Through this collaboration, alongside the Australian Grand Prix™, unforgettable experiences are created to bring hope, joy, and lifelong memories to children and young people affected by critical illnesses.
This year, nine incredible wish recipients from across Australia had their greatest wishes come true. For them and their families, this weekend was more than just a race—it was a wish come true, filled with fun, excitement, and once-in-a-lifetime moments they will treasure forever.
Strap yourself in for an adrenalin-packed, front-seat view of the nine incredible wishes that were granted at the FORMULA 1 LOUIS VUITTON AUSTRALIAN GRAND PRIX 2025. From exclusive garage tours, to driver and team meet-and-greets, to hot laps (and loads more!), our wish recipients had the experiences of a lifetime thanks to the support of F1® and Australian Grand Prix™.
A once-in-a-lifetime experience
The roar of the engines, the thrill of the track, and the chance to meet their motorsport heroes—these wish recipients were immersed in the world of Formula 1® like never before. From exclusive behind-the-scenes garage tours to special meet-and-greets with drivers and teams, hot laps, and entertainment experiences, every moment was designed to bring hope, joy, and lasting memories.
For many, this experience wasn’t just about watching the race; it was about feeling the rush of possibility, the excitement of being part of something extraordinary, re-claiming quality time with their families, and the belief that anything is possible.
IVY'S WISH
A future engineer’s dream
16-year-old Ivy, who dreams of becoming an engineer, had the incredible opportunity to meet F1® aerodynamics expert, Willem Toet. From exploring cutting-edge race car technology to learning about aerodynamics firsthand, Ivy’s wish was a glimpse into the future she aspires to create.
“This time last year Ivy had just finished her treatment. To be able to come here and experience this as a family, it's really been an opportunity for Ivy to see what a future could look like and what an engineering career could lead to," said Sarah, Ivy’s mum.
He fought for his life, and today he’s enjoying his life, so it’s been just awesome!
Erin, Jett’s mum
JETT'S WISH
The ultimate VIP F1® experience
12-year-old Jett, a passionate motorsport fan, wished for an unforgettable VIP experience at the Australian Grand Prix™. He was given exclusive access to the Paddock, met some of his favourite drivers (including a fist-bump from Carlos Sainz!), and got an up-close look at the high-performance F1® cars during a garage tour. For Jett, this was more than just a weekend—it was the thrill of a lifetime.
“This has been an incredible experience for Jett. He has been through a lot during his leukaemia treatment and then a sepsis infection. He fought for his life, and today he’s enjoying his life, so it’s been just awesome," said Erin, Jett’s mum.
KAYNE'S WISH
Music & motorsport makes perfect wish formula
Kayne, who shares a deep love for both Formula 1® and music, wished to experience the Grand Prix™ with his family and meet some of his favourite drivers. Not only did he get to meet his favourite F1® drivers, Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri, but Kayne also had the once-in-a-lifetime chance to meet Australian rock legends, The Living End.
The band gifted Kayne his very own guitar pics and invited him and his family to watch their show side of stage. For Kayne, the combination of fast cars and live music made this weekend an unforgettable celebration of his two greatest passions.
“It's been awesome! Make-A-Wish have done a really good job at providing this experience for me – it means so much. I have always loved F1® growing up and to finally be here, it’s an unreal experience that I will never forget," said Kayne.
I spent the past two years in and out of hospital for cancer treatment. So being able to take a flight with my family, to go on a trip and forget about everything and just have fun has been amazing.
Kev, wish recipient
KEV'S WISH
A Red Bull fan’s dream come true
Kev, a dedicated Red Bull Racing fan, wished to attend the Grand Prix™ with his family and get up close to the action. His experience included meeting F1® drivers, attending an exclusive Red Bull Fan Forum behind the scenes experience, and the ultimate highlight—getting Max Verstappen’s signature. For Kev, the experience was beyond his wildest dreams, saying it was "better than Christmas!"
"I spent the past two years in and out of hospital for cancer treatment. So being able to take a flight with my family, to go on a trip and forget about everything and just have fun has been amazing. I felt like I could live my life again. It was really a dream come true," said Kev.
The power of partnership
None of this would have been possible without the incredible support of our partners, who went above and beyond to make these wishes come true. A special thank you to the F1®, Australian Grand Prix™ Corporation, and Formula 1® Race teams who opened their hearts and doors to create once-in-a-lifetime experiences for these wish recipients.
Make-A-Wish Australia CEO, Sally Bateman said she is incredibly grateful for the amazing support of the Australian Grand Prix™ and F1® in helping to grant these unforgettable wishes.
“We are so grateful to the wonderful team at the Australian Grand Prix™ for helping us make these nine incredible wishes come true. Make-A-Wish has been proudly granting wishes with the Australian Grand Prix™ for over a decade now, and this year has been one of the most exciting yet," said Sally.
Unforgettable moments caught on camera
