Aishwarya Pissay

Rally racing // Indian

I get my killer instinct from Bengaluru’s traffic and use that instinct in my races.

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nickname:

Queen of Motorsports

Birthday:

August 14, 1995 (30)

Birthplace:

Bangalore, Karnataka, India

racing type:

Rally racing

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racing status:

Pro

height (cm):

163

residence:

Bengaluru

inspiration(s):

Laia Sanz.

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profile updated: June 12, 2025

Aishwarya Pissay is a groundbreaking Indian motorcycle racer who made history as the first Indian to win a world title in motorsports by claiming the FIM Bajas World Cup in 2019.

EARLY YEARS

Born on August 14, 1995, in Bangalore, India, Aishwarya came from a conservative family that discouraged unconventional pursuits. After failing her 12th grade and being forced to leave home, she found her passion in motorcycling, inspired by childhood trips with her father who owned a bike. When she turned 18, she began traveling extensively on motorcycles, which eventually led her toward professional racing. The pivotal moment in her career came in 2015 when she joined Apex Racing Academy, marking the beginning of her serious pursuit of motorsports.

EARLY SUCCESS

Aishwarya’s racing career began in earnest in 2016 after completing formal training at Apex Racing Academy. She quickly made her mark by winning the Honda One Make Championship that same year. Her talent continued to shine in 2017 as she secured her first two national titles by winning both the Indian National Road Racing Championship and the Indian National Rally Championship. That year also saw her finish third in Dakshin Dare Group-B and fourth in the Raid de Himalaya, where she became the only female rider to complete the course in the “Xtreme” category. Her early achievements caught the attention of TVS Racing, who signed her as a factory rider, solidifying her position in India’s motorsport scene.

NOTABLE ACHIEVEMENTS

2016: Won the Honda One Make Championship and received the TiE Young Achiever of the Year award[1].
2017: Won the Indian National Road Racing Championship and the Indian National Rally Championship[1].
2017: Finished 4th in the Raid De Himalaya, becoming the only female rider to complete the course in the “Xtreme” category[1].
2018: Won the Indian National Rally Championship and became the first Indian woman to compete in the Baja Aragon rally[1].
2019: Became the first-ever Indian motorsports athlete to win the FIM Bajas World Cup, securing 1st place in the women’s category[1].
2017–2022: Won six consecutive Indian National Rally Championships (INRC) titles in two-wheelers[1].

REPUTATION

As the first Indian motorsports athlete to win a world title, Aishwarya has established herself as a pioneer in a male-dominated field. Her determination to excel despite facing significant challenges, including a serious accident requiring emergency surgery, showcases her remarkable resilience. This perseverance has made her an inspiring role model for aspiring female motorsports athletes throughout India. By breaking down barriers in Indian motorsport, she continues to pave the way for future generations of women racers, demonstrating that gender is no obstacle to success in high-octane competitive environments.

FUTURE GOALS/PLANS

One of Aishwarya’s major long-term aspirations is to compete in the prestigious Dakar Rally, where she aims to become India’s first woman racer to participate in this legendary event. To achieve this goal, she continues to train extensively in Europe while participating in challenging races that build her endurance and technical skills. Her recent partnership with the INDE Racing team for the 2024 FIM E-Explorer season represents another step toward expanding her international racing portfolio. Through these efforts, she hopes to continue inspiring more women to break stereotypes and succeed in traditionally male-dominated motorsports.