MICHELLE GATTING Battles Fiercely for LMGT3 Podium in Sao Paulo WEC Classic

July 14, 2025

• MICHELLE GATTING delivered a masterclass in defensive driving for Iron Dames during a fierce late-race battle for the final LMGT3 podium spot at Sao Paulo. Her intense wheel-to-wheel combat with Eduardo Barrichello in the No. 85 Porsche caught the attention of competitors, with Barrichello himself praising her efforts: “She did a very good job. I think she does a good job regularly so I’m really happy to see her back on her feet as well.”
• The battle showcased exactly why we need more women getting recognition in endurance racing – GATTING’s skilled defensive work under pressure demonstrated the kind of racecraft that often goes unnoticed when it’s not happening at the front of the field. Her ability to hold position against aggressive challenges while managing tire degradation late in a six-hour race is the kind of technical skill that separates good drivers from great ones.
• While Iron Dames didn’t quite secure that podium finish, GATTING’s performance highlighted the growing strength of women’s participation in the LMGT3 class. The fact that a competitor specifically called out her defensive excellence shows the respect she’s earned in the paddock – something that doesn’t happen by accident but through consistent professional execution when the pressure is highest.

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