LOS ANGELES, Oct. 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- This November, 18 of the best female drivers in the world are returning to Las Vegas for the grand finale of F1 ACADEMY — and once again, Hello Kitty® and Friends will be there to celebrate with them! Global lifestyle brand Sanrio® invites fans to come and join their beloved characters for a weekend of fun, games, limited-edition merchandise and exciting photo opportunities starting Nov. 19 and continuing through the pulse-pounding finale on Nov. 21.

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