MICHELLE GATTING Scores Sixth at Dubai 24 Hours in Mixed-Gender GT3 Debut

January 20, 2026

• MICHELLE GATTING made her mark in her first mixed-gender endurance lineup, helping Pure Rxcing secure sixth overall at the Dubai 24 Hours against a fierce 66-car field. The Danish driver showed impressive pace from the start, briefly going fastest overall in her qualifying segment before settling into fourth with the quickest Porsche time of 1:58.097. This debut with Pure Rxcing represents a strategic exploration by Iron Dames for new pathways in 2026, giving GATTING valuable experience racing GT3 machinery in the fastest category of a multi-class endurance field.
• Throughout the grueling 24-hour battle, GATTING demonstrated solid racecraft and consistency, managing traffic cleanly while maintaining competitive 2:00-range lap times during her multiple stint rotations. Her night shift performance particularly impressed as she adapted to the demanding conditions, initially circulating in the low 2:02s before building confidence and dropping into the 2:00.7 range. Despite racing on older tires during some portions, she continued extracting performance and climbing positions, showcasing the adaptability that’s made her a standout in women’s motorsports.
• The result proves GATTING’s versatility beyond her Iron Dames success, as she seamlessly integrated with teammates Max Hofer, Alexey Nesov, and Alex Malykhin while learning crucial new skills like traffic management with slower cars. Her post-race comments revealed both humility and determination: “Same job, but so many new lessons learned,” while confirming her continued commitment to Iron Dames representation. This strong debut performance against factory-supported lineups and proven endurance squads positions her well for future mixed-gender opportunities while maintaining her role as a key Iron Dames ambassador.

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