Iron Dames Skip Watkins Glen as MICHELLE GATTING Recovers from Le Mans Injury

June 17, 2025

by Davey Euwema // from sportscar365.com

• The Iron Dames’ No. 83 Porsche 911 GT3 R will miss this weekend’s Sahlen’s Six Hours of the Glen after MICHELLE GATTING suffered foot fractures during pit stop practice before Le Mans. The team prioritized her recovery over racing, showing exactly the kind of athlete-first approach we need to see more of in motorsports.
• SARAH BOVY stepped up to replace GATTING at Le Mans, proving once again how the Iron Dames roster runs deep with talent. The team had initially listed both Bovy and RAHEL FREY for Watkins Glen, but ultimately decided the full squad wasn’t ready without their injured teammate.
• The withdrawal drops the IMSA WeatherTech field to 55 cars, but Iron Dames made it clear this is about doing right by their people. Their statement emphasized resilience and coming back stronger – exactly what we’d expect from a team that’s redefined what all-women motorsports crews can accomplish.

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