Mathilda Paatz
Formula racing // Cologne, Germany
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Mathilda Paatz is a rising star in motorsport, entering French Formula 4 at 16. She began karting at 9, showcasing talent and dedication. Her achievements include West German ADAC Kart Cup and Ladies Cup wins, plus a top 20 in her F4 debut.
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Mathilda Paatz is a promising German motorsport talent who made history in 2024 as the first female driver supported by the ADAC and DMSB program, competing in the French Formula 4 Championship after a successful karting career.
EARLY YEARS
Born in Cologne, Germany, Mathilda’s motorsport journey began at just four years old when she went karting for the first time. Her passion for racing was inherited from her father, Michael Paatz, who has a background in the VLN endurance championship at the Nürburgring.
EARLY SUCCESS
In 2020, Mathilda competed with the TB Racing Team in the ADAC Kart Masters mini class, finishing third in the championship while winning the Ladies Cup. That same year, she claimed the championship in the West German ADAC Kart Cup. By 2021, she had advanced to the OK Junior superior kart class and became one of four finalists in the FIA Girls On Track – Rising Stars programme, competing for a place in the Ferrari Driver Academy.
NOTABLE ACHIEVEMENTS
- 2020: Won the West German ADAC Kart Cup championship and Ladies Cup in the ADAC Kart Masters.
- 2022: Represented Germany in the FIA Motorsport Games and achieved third place in the ADAC Kart Masters.
- 2023: Became a finalist in the FIA Girls On Track – Rising Stars program and tested a Formula 4 car at Franciacorta.
- 2024: Debuted in single-seaters with the ADAC Formula 4 Junior Team in the French F4 Championship.
- 2024: Achieved season-best ninth place in qualifying at Magny-Cours and tenth place finish at Dijon Prenois.
REPUTATION
Mathilda has established herself as an ambassador for “Women in Motorsport” and is affiliated with the Motorsport Team Germany. Her selection as a finalist in the prestigious FIA Girls On Track – Rising Stars program highlights her recognition within the international motorsport community as one of Germany’s most promising female racing talents.
FUTURE GOALS/PLANS
Looking ahead, Paatz has expressed interest in joining the F1 Academy, viewing it as a crucial stepping stone toward a potential future in Formula 1. However, her participation will depend on securing the necessary sponsorship and funding support.
References:
The Road to Women in Formula 1: The Rising Stars of Motorsport
Mathilda Paatz Official Website
Mathilda Paatz: ADAC’s First Female in French F4 Racing
Mathilda Paatz to join French F4 in 2024 with ADAC Junior Team
Mathilda Paatz ends successful debut season in Formula 4
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