Sitarvee Limnantharak

Sitarvee “Minnie” Limnantharak is a Thai racing driver who’s built a reputation as a dominant force in karting before transitioning to formula and touring car competition, where she currently stands as the only Thai driver in the all-female Kyojo Cup championship.

EARLY YEARS

Minnie’s introduction to motorsport came courtesy of her father, who was a racer himself. He brought her to go-karting at a young age, and what started as fun quickly turned serious when she discovered she had both the talent and the hunger for it. Once she committed, there was no half-measuring—she trained intensively and never looked back.[1] While attending Bangkok Prep, Minnie juggled academics with an increasingly demanding racing schedule, a balancing act that required focus and discipline well beyond her years.[2]

OTHER INTERESTS

Information about Minnie’s interests outside of racing is not publicly documented.

EARLY SUCCESS

From the moment she strapped into a kart, Limnantharak was a problem for her competitors. She won Thailand national karting championships in 2017 and 2018, establishing herself as the driver to beat.[3] Her dominance didn’t go unnoticed—she received the Royal Trophy from King Rama X in both 2018 and 2019, a rare and prestigious honor that underscored just how exceptional her performances were.[4] In 2018, she claimed the Lady Winner title at the IAME International Final at Le Mans, adding an international accolade to her growing collection.[5] The following year, she won the Junior Kart Championship for the third consecutive year, cementing her status as Thailand’s top young karting talent.[6] By the time she aged out of junior karting, Minnie had won every national championship she entered—a clean sweep that left no doubt she belonged at the next level.[7]

NOTABLE ACHIEVEMENTS

• 2017: Won Thailand National Karting Championship.[8]
• 2018: Won Thailand National Karting Championship; received Royal Trophy from King Rama X; won Lady Winner title at IAME International Final, Le Mans.[9]
• 2019: Received Royal Trophy from King Rama X for second consecutive year; won Junior Kart Championship for third consecutive year; competed in FIA Motorsport Games Karting Slalom Cup representing Thailand; competed in FIA Karting World Championship—OK Junior with Birel ART Racing.[10]
• 2022: Won Toyota Gazoo Racing Motorsport Vios Lady OMR at Chang International Circuit.[11]
• 2024: Competed in Honda City One Make Race, starting 12th (second-to-last) and winning the race after an impressive comeback drive.[12]
• 2025: Joined the Kyojo Cup as the only Thai driver on the grid, racing for INGING; scored points throughout the season in the competitive all-female championship.[13]

INSPIRATIONS

Minnie credits her father as her primary inspiration for entering motorsport. As a racer himself, he introduced her to karting and provided the foundation for her career.[14]

REPUTATION

Limnantharak has earned a reputation as a fierce competitor who thrives under pressure. Her 2024 Honda City One Make Race win—starting from 12th and charging through the field to claim victory—became the stuff of legend, showcasing her racecraft and determination.[15] In the Kyojo Cup, where she’s the sole Thai representative among a talented grid, she’s described as consistently “knocking on the door of the top 10,” proving she belongs in high-level formula racing.[16] Her career trajectory—winning national titles in every karting series she entered, then continuing that success in cars—speaks to a driver who doesn’t just show up, she shows out. Whether she’s overtaking rivals in the rain or battling for position in sprint races, Minnie races with a calculated aggression that’s made her a standout in Southeast Asian motorsport.[17]

FUTURE GOALS/PLANS

As of 2025, Minnie continues competing in the Kyojo Cup, where she’s focused on breaking into the top tier of the championship and establishing herself as a consistent podium contender.[18] Her presence as the only Thai driver in the series adds weight to her mission—she’s not just racing for herself, but representing her country on an international stage. With experience in karting, one-make series, and now formula racing, she’s building the foundation for a long-term career in motorsport, though specific future plans beyond the current season have not been publicly announced.

REFERENCES

Born to Race: The Girl Racer Who’s Defying Limits – Minnie Sitarvee
Minnie Wins at Toyota Gazoo Racing Motorsport 2022 Vios Lady OMR
Minnie Wins Again – Junior Kart Championship 2019
A Fantastic Show at Le Mans and Another Bet Won by IAME
Honda One Make Race – Starting 12th to 1st Place
2019 FIA Motorsport Games Karting Slalom Cup
Sitarvee Limnantharak – Driver Database
2025 Kyojo Cup Season
Kyojo Cup Unveils New Format, Drivers Ahead of New Era
How Has the Kyojo Cup Grid Adapted to the Series’ New Era?
On the Rise: Minnie Sitarvee’s Breakout Moment in the Kyojo Cup