2025: The Year Girls Are Taking Over Motorsport - Scarlett Archer

Okay, can we just take a moment to appreciate how 2025 is shaping up to be the year for women in racing? As a 17-year-old from the UK who's absolutely obsessed with motorsport, I can't help but be in awe of these incredible women making serious moves on the track.

First up, let's talk about Abbi Pulling from Lincolnshire. She dominated the 2024 F1 Academy with nine wins and 14 podiums, even after some last-minute schedule changes tried to shake things up. Now, she's secured a fully funded seat in the 2025 GB3 Championship with Rodin Motorsport. Her performance was so commanding, people are comparing her to Max Verstappen!

Then there's Lilou Wadoux, the French driver who's seriously making her mark in endurance racing. She made history as the first woman to win a race in the FIA World Endurance Championship and even got the chance to drive a Le Mans Hypercar. It's amazing to see her breaking barriers and showing everyone just how talented she is.

Renee Gracie is making a strong comeback! After stepping away from racing, she's now leading her own team in the GT World Challenge Australia and recently clinched the AM Cup at Phillip Island.

Don't overlook Bianca Bustamante from the Philippines. After a solid run in the F1 Academy, she's moving up to the GB3 Championship with Elite Motorsport.

And let's not forget Ella Lloyd, the Welsh talent. At just 19, she's competing in the F4 British Championship with Rodin Motorsport and is part of the McLaren Driver Development Programme.

These women aren't just participating; they're dominating. It's incredibly inspiring to see more girls breaking into motorsport and proving they have what it takes. I can't wait to see what the rest of the season holds!