The Iron Dames, an all-female motor team, have recently added two young drivers, Vicky Farfus and Mia Oger, to their driver program in preparation for the ROK and WSK karting championships.
Vicky Farfus, a talented driver from Brazil and Italy, caught the attention of the Iron Dames after showcasing her skills at a scouting event in Aragorn last December. At just 12 years old, Farfus achieved an impressive third-place finish in her class at the Granja Viana 50-mile go-kart race in Brazil. She then made the transition from karting to international racing in the Mini 60 class.
Meanwhile, French racer Mia Oger also stood out among the twelve drivers at the Aragon scouting initiative, earning herself a spot in the Iron Dames team. Oger embarked on her karting journey at the age of seven and quickly climbed the ranks in France, competing at a national level by the time she was 12 years old. In 2022, Oger emerged as the top female participant in the IAME World Finals, and she plans to continue her racing career in France as part of the Iron Dames.
Deborah Mayer, the founder of Iron Dames, expressed her excitement about welcoming Vicky and Mia to the team. She praised their passion, talent, and dedication, emphasizing Iron Dames’ commitment to supporting and guiding them in their motorsport endeavors. Mayer also highlighted the team’s mission to provide opportunities for the younger generation and pave the way for future female racing stars.
Both Vicky Farfus and Mia Oger will undergo rigorous testing and will proudly represent the Iron Dames in the ROK and WSK championships, showcasing the team’s distinctive colors and livery. Additionally, Farfus will continue to participate in the Champions Of The Future Academy Program while undergoing testing and competing in karting championships as an Iron Dame.
Iron Dames, launched in 2018 by former FIA Women in Motorsport Commission President Deborah Mayer, is a groundbreaking project dedicated to elevating women in motorsport. The team has already achieved remarkable success, securing pole position and a victory in the LMGTE class of the European Le Mans Series season at the 4 Hours of Portimão in 2022, with drivers Sarah Bovy, Doriane Pin, and Michelle Gatting. In 2023, the Iron Dames made history by becoming the first all-female team to win a race in the World Endurance Championship at the 8 Hours of Bahrain. With the exceptional performance of young French driver Doriane Pin in the F1 Academy, the Iron Dames boast an impressive lineup of talented female racers.