TONI BREIDINGER Makes History with Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Feature

September 4, 2025

by Diana Nosa // from swimsuit.si.com

• TONI BREIDINGER just made history as the first Arab American female NASCAR driver to grace the pages of Sports Illustrated Swimsuit, proving once again that we’re living in an era where racing talent and mainstream recognition finally go hand in hand. Her Boca Raton shoot showcased everything from cutting-edge swimwear to that iconic racing helmet moment – because why choose between being a supermodel and a serious competitor when you can dominate both?
• The feature smartly balanced fashion-forward looks with subtle nods to her racing identity, including strategic helmet shots that reminded everyone exactly why she’s earned this platform. While the motorsports world still has work to do on representation, seeing BREIDINGER command this kind of mainstream attention shows we’re moving in the right direction – and she’s doing it on her own terms.
• This isn’t just about pretty pictures – it’s about a barrier-breaking driver getting the recognition that comes with being both talented and charismatic in a sport that’s finally catching up to the modern world. BREIDINGER’s ability to seamlessly navigate between the track and high-profile media opportunities proves that today’s female racers don’t have to choose between being taken seriously as athletes and embracing other aspects of their public persona.

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