Showcasing the inspiring women who are flourishing, and encouraging change in motorsport.
The popularity of feeder series such as FIA Formula 2 and FIA Formula 3 has grown rapidly in recent years, and this season saw a new arrival on the F2 grid. After finishing second in the FIA F3 teams’ championship in 2019, Hitech Grand Prix expanded their entry to also include Formula 2. Jasmine Smith […]
Read More Jasmine Smith: “I am excited to see what the future holds for Hitech”17-year-old Angélina Favario began karting in 2016, with her competitive career beginning just two years later. Currently racing in Formula 4, her aims are to reach Formula One and inspire others. After starting her own association last year, she hopes to encourage young girls to consider sports they may not have before. I spoke to […]
Read More Angélina Favario: “What could be more satisfying than fighting for the win?!”When we see racing on TV or at circuits in person, we can often forget the hard work that goes on behind the scenes to get the cars out on track. Fiona Rees is the FIA World Touring Car Cup’s Team Coordinator meaning she arrives at the circuit before any of the teams to ensure […]
Read More Fiona Rees: “Seeing the event delivered is what I enjoy the most”As one of the most iconic teams in motorsport, there are high expectations when it comes to Scuderia Ferrari, both on and off-track. Press Officers play a vital role in managing a driver’s relationship with journalists, raising their profile and therefore that of the team. This, in turn, attracts more fans and of course, sponsors. […]
Read More Meet Ferrari’s female-led media teamJess McFadyen first came to the attention of Formula One fans just three years ago as part of the online phenomenon, WTF1. After roles at Autosport and Car Throttle, she became a permanent member of the team as Head of WTF1. However, she has now taken the next step in her career, joining the Motorsport […]
Read More Jess McFadyen: “You can seek inspiration in so many different people and places”The FIA Women in Motorsport Commission, along with the Ferrari Driver Academy, launched a brand new initiative earlier this year for young female racing drivers aged between 12 and 16 years old. The FIA Girls on Track – Rising Stars programme has selected 20 racers from five continents who will compete to win a one […]
Read More Meet the FIA Girls on Track – Rising Stars! (Part 2)The FIA Women in Motorsport Commission, along with the Ferrari Driver Academy, launched a brand new initiative earlier this year for young female racing drivers aged between 12 and 16 years old. The FIA Girls on Track -Rising Stars programme has selected 20 racers from all over the world who will compete to win a […]
Read More Meet the FIA Girls on Track – Rising Stars! (Part 1)The world of public relations can be a tricky one, with press officers often having to find the balance between pleasing their clients and the media. However, this becomes even more difficult when you are working in a demanding industry such as motorsport, which is fast-paced both on and off track. Rachel Cavers has worked […]
Read More Rachel Cavers: “work hard, act professional and most important of all, be nice”Alex Thomson has been working in F1 since 2015, having covered the sport on her own blog for years before. Two years ago, she left her role at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix’s Yas Marina Circuit, going on to work in Sweden with the F1 Paddock Club before the Coronavirus pandemic hit. Now she has […]
Read More Alex Thomson: “I wanted to create the content that lived on social media”The inaugural Singapore Grand Prix took place in 2008, quickly becoming a fan favourite due to the spectacular night-time racing under the lights of the unique Marina Bay Street Circuit. Janette Tan has been working with the Grand Prix for many years and was instrumental in the creation of the Race Operations department, becoming the […]
Read More Janette Tan: “hard work can reward you beyond your imagination”
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