LIA BLOCK First Female in Nitrocross Group E at 17

Originally Written by David Evans // from dirtfish.com

GRRL! SUMMARY:

• At just 17, Lia Block makes history as the first female competitor in Nitrocross’ top Group E class, driving Travis Pastrana’s Vermont SportsCar-prepared FC1-X at Glen Helen Raceway.
• Block has been competing in Nitrocross for three years, previously securing a podium in the NEXT category, and is now tackling the legendary gap jump she’s dreamed of since she was 14.
• In addition to her rally success, Block will race in the F1 Academy with Williams next season, with Pastrana praising her natural speed and determination beyond her father’s legacy.

UPCOMING:

• This weekend’s Southern California Nitrocross round at Glen Helen Raceway
• Next season: LIA BLOCK to race F1 Academy with Williams

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