Lissy Whitmore
Motorcycle racing // England
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LISSY WHITMORE is a British karting champion and rising star, known for winning the British Junior Karting Championship at just 15. She now trains with Carlin’s Formula 4 program and aims for a future in Formula 1.
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Lissy Whitmore is an emerging talent in the world of motorsport, gaining recognition for her exceptional karting skills and determined racing style.
EARLY YEARS
Born in Manchester, UK, Lissy began her racing journey at the age of 8 when her father took her to a local karting track. Despite limited financial resources, her natural talent was immediately evident, and she quickly progressed through local competitions.
EARLY SUCCESS
By age 12, Whitmore had captured multiple regional karting championships in Northern England. Her breakthrough came at 15 when she won the British Junior Karting Championship, becoming the youngest female champion in the series’ history.
NOTABLE ACHIEVEMENTS
- 2021: Won British Junior Karting Championship as youngest female champion.
- 2022: Finished 3rd in European Karting Finals against predominantly male competitors.
- 2023: Secured sponsorship from Women in Motorsport Initiative after impressive test drives.
- 2024: Selected for Formula 4 development program with Carlin Racing team.
REPUTATION
Lissy has earned respect for her precise driving technique and remarkable ability to maintain composure under pressure. Coaches and competitors note her exceptional car control in wet conditions and natural ability to provide detailed technical feedback beyond her years.
FUTURE GOALS/PLANS
Looking ahead, Whitmore aims to compete in the complete Formula 4 Championship in 2025 with aspirations to progress to Formula 3 by 2026. She has expressed her ultimate goal of becoming the first British woman to secure a full-time Formula 1 seat.
References:
British Karting Championship Results 2021
Women in Motorsport Initiative Announcements
Carlin Racing Development Program 2024
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