Carrie Schreiner is a German racing driver who has made history as the first woman to win several prestigious championships, including the Lamborghini Super Trofeo Middle East Pro-Am series and the ADAC Kart Masters X30 Junior Championship[1].

EARLY YEARS

Born in Germany, Carrie was exposed to motorsports even before birth when her pregnant mother drove around the Nordschleife with her amateur racing father, Frank, in the passenger seat[1]. At age ten, she tried go-karting during a family vacation, sparking a passion that developed naturally rather than being pushed by her father[1]. Her early years in the paddock environment, driving bicycles, motorbikes, and an electric Ferrari, fostered her appreciation for speed and racing[1][2].

EARLY SUCCESS

By age 12, Carrie was competing in junior karts and quickly demonstrated her natural talent. In 2012, she achieved a breakthrough when she won the X30 Junior Championship title, becoming the first girl to win the ADAC Kart Masters series against 30 competitors[1][5]. This victory showcased her exceptional skill and marked her as a rising star in German motorsports. Her transition to single-seater racing began in 2015 with ADAC Formula 4, followed by participation in the British Formula 4 Championship in 2016, where she finished 17th overall[2].

NOTABLE ACHIEVEMENTS

• 2012: Became the first girl to win the X30 Junior Championship in the ADAC Kart Masters[1].
• 2017: Achieved second place in the Lamborghini Super Trofeo Middle East[1].
• 2018: Won the Lamborghini Super Trofeo Middle East Pro-Am series with Konrad Motorsport[1].
• 2018: Won the DMV Gran Turismo Touring Car Cup with Rutronik Racing[1].
• 2018: Became the first woman to win the Middle East Championship and a race in the Porsche Sports Cup[1].
• 2019: Secured four Nürburgring 24-hour race wins with WS Racing[1].
• 2021: Won a class victory in the 24 Hours of Nürburgring with WS Racing[4].
• 2023: Secured her maiden win in F1 Academy at Zandvoort[2][4].

REPUTATION

Carrie has established herself as a versatile competitor excelling across multiple racing disciplines. Her groundbreaking achievements as the first woman to win several championships have cemented her status as a pioneer in motorsports. Beyond her competitive success, she has become an influential advocate for women in racing through her participation in the F1 Academy and involvement with the Girls Only Programme by WS Racing[1][5]. Her appointment as Sauber F1 Team Brand Ambassador further highlights her growing influence and commitment to mentoring the next generation of female racing talents.

FUTURE GOALS/PLANS

After completing the 2024 F1 Academy season, Carrie plans to return to GT and sports car racing. She has expressed specific interest in competing in the ADAC GT Masters and racing at the Nürburgring Nordschleife, preferably driving an Audi[5]. Her long-term aspirations include continuing to make history in motorsport and inspiring young girls to pursue racing careers. While no specific team arrangements have been announced for 2025 and beyond, she remains in discussions with several teams about potential future collaborations.

References:

Interview: Carrie Schreiner couldn’t say no to F1 Academy as she aims to go out on a high
Introducing Carrie Schreiner: The Kick Sauber driver on 24-hour races & gossip
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Carrie Schreiner joins Sauber F1 Academy entry as driver
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