CELIA MARTIN Makes WEC Debut as Iron Dames Complete All-Female LMGT3 Lineup

February 25, 2025

• CELIA MARTIN is stepping up to the FIA World Endurance Championship with Iron Dames, bringing fresh energy to the all-female squad’s #85 Porsche 911 LMGT3.R. Her debut marks a trifecta of firsts – new series, new team structure with Manthey, and new country – but she’s adapting quickly and gaining confidence in the car ahead of Qatar’s season opener.
• Veteran MICHELLE GATTING is clearly thrilled about the team’s switch from Lamborghini to Porsche, expressing a definite preference for their new ride. While she’s realistic about their current pace compared to other LMGT3 entries, she’s focused on finding alternative strategies rather than making excuses – exactly the kind of honest assessment we need more of in racing.
• The Iron Dames continue building on their partnership with Porsche that began last season, with RAHEL FREY completing the experienced core alongside Gatting since their 2019 Le Mans debut. This trio represents exactly what we want to see – seasoned professionals who’ve earned their spots and a promising newcomer getting the chance to prove herself on the world stage.

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