Story cover for The Cursed Seat by Lizbeers
The Cursed Seat
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Ongoing, First published Jul 22, 2025
Mature
The Cursed Seat
Formula One. The pinnacle of motorsport. The dream of millions. The downfall of many.

When Julia Smith becomes the newest Red Bull Racing driver-teammate to reigning world champion Max Verstappen-she steps into the most scrutinized seat on the grid. The second Red Bull car has chewed up and spit out talents for years. Some call it unlucky. Others say it's cursed. Julia doesn't believe in curses. But the world is watching-and waiting-for her to fail.

Fresh from an impressive F2 season, Julia knows she's earned her shot. But in a paddock full of politics, pressure, and performance expectations, proving her worth is easier said than done.

With Max as a surprisingly supportive teammate and the media dissecting her every move, Julia keeps her head down... until she crosses paths with Mercedes' rising star, Kimi Antonelli. He's young, confident, and just as determined to make history. What begins as rivalry slowly turns into something softer-something neither of them can afford.

As the season unfolds, Julia must fight for her seat, her name, and maybe even her heart.
Because in Formula One, you're only as good as your last race.
And second chances? They don't come easy.
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