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ROMY MAYER Hails Radburn Racing Support for Working Mums in Motorsport

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September 19, 2026

GRRL! SUMMARY:

  • ROMY MAYER, former Triple Eight and PremiAir Supercars engineer, mentored all-female Radburn Racing remotely after having her second child in April 2025, before attending Darwin round in July.
  • MAYER and chief mechanic TASH SMITH both bring young children trackside at Sydney Motorsport Park, with team owner Imogen’s mother providing childcare support during race weekends.
  • Radburn Racing pioneering family-friendly approach allows working mothers to maintain motorsport careers while managing childcare responsibilities, breaking traditional barriers in paddock culture.

UPCOMING:

  • Motorcraft Mustang Cup Australia – Sydney Motorsport Park – September 2026

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GRRL! summary based upon reporting by Connor O’Brien originally appearing on www.v8sleuth.com.au