A High Wycombe woman will be one of the first people to take part in the inaugural Formula Woman Nations Cup event later this year.
Kirsty Mansell, 24, will be one of 50 females from 26 different countries to head to the United Arab Emirates from December 13 to 15.
The diverse roster has been curated through a rigorous selection process right out of the Formula Woman Driver’s Academy.
A training school launched in 2003 has seen thousands of female drivers hone their skills and conquer the ranks in the racing world.
And at the first event of its kind, what will truly distinguish the Formula Woman Nations Cup weekend is "The Summit".
Attendees will have the opportunity to engage with prominent female speakers, participating in thought-provoking panels and live discussions.
Albeit a racing competition, “the Summit” represents the initial stride of Formula Woman Nations Cup in breaking down gender barriers across media, business and sports, with the overarching goal of enabling women to realize their ultimate potential.
Who is Kirsty Mansell?
The High Wycombe racer grew up with deaf parents with her father regularly competing in races, which led Kirsty to be several tracks.
She said these experiences made her ‘fall in love with racing’.
First came indoor karting, then tested outdoors, where she was scouted by a Rotax Kart Racing team (ADX Racing), where she currently competed in a Rotax championship.
After applying for Formula Woman, she passed her car racing license where she met the CEO of Formula Woman.
To see and read more about Kirsty’s life, follow her Instagram (@mansell.racing).
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