Antonella Bassani
Sports Car racing // Belgium
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Antonella Bassani started karting at age 4, later joining the Girls on Track program. She debuted in car racing in 2022, transitioning to GT racing with Porsche Cup Brazil in 2023, where she became the first female champion.
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Antonella Bassani is a 17-year-old Brazilian racing phenom who made history as the first female champion in the Porsche Cup Brasil, claiming the title at the 2023 Brazilian Grand Prix in Interlagos.
EARLY YEARS
Antonella’s motorsport journey began at just four years old when she started karting, quickly making a name for herself in various competitions including the Cadet, Rotax Micro Max, and Rotax Mini Max categories. Her early career faced a significant challenge when, at age seven, she suffered a serious accident requiring lung surgery that temporarily sidelined her. Rather than giving up, she returned to competition stronger than before, winning the Brazilian Open in 2015 and performing well in South American and Brazilian Rotax Championships.
EARLY SUCCESS
In her teenage years, Bassani was selected for the prestigious FIA Women in Motorsport’s “Girls on Track – Rising Stars” program in 2020 and 2021, highlighting her exceptional talent among young female racers worldwide. Her transition to car racing began in 2022 when she shared driving duties with her mentor, former IndyCar driver Bia Figueiredo, in the TCR South America championship at Interlagos. The following year marked her breakout when, as part of the Young Racing Academy program, she entered the Porsche Cup Brazil in the Challenge class with Mobil 1 support. At just 16, Antonella claimed a class podium and finished fourth overall at Interlagos in her debut, showcasing her remarkable adaptability to GT racing.
NOTABLE ACHIEVEMENTS
- 2023: Became the first female champion in Porsche Cup Brasil history at the Brazilian Grand Prix in Interlagos[1].
- 2024: Won the Porsche Cup Brazil opener at Goiânia on March 11, taking a dominant victory in race 2[4].
- 2024: Secured her fourth victory in four rounds and took the championship lead at Estoril on July 2[1].
- 2024: Demonstrated remarkable recovery at Interlagos in the fifth round despite car issues, finishing eighth in Race 2 on August 29[2].
REPUTATION
Antonella has established herself as one of the most exciting female prospects in global sports car racing. Her exceptional speed, determination, and racecraft have earned her multiple podiums and victories, making her a trailblazer for women in motorsport. The historic championship win in 2023 underscored her resilience and skill as a driver, setting a precedent that inspires younger generations of female competitors. Racing experts note how quickly she adapted from karting to car racing, demonstrating natural talent and the ability to overcome challenges under pressure.
FUTURE GOALS/PLANS
While specific long-term career plans beyond 2024 have not been publicly detailed, Antonella has expressed her determination to continuously improve her skills and performance in motorsport. Her current trajectory suggests a promising future in professional racing, potentially opening doors to international racing series and championships.
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Antonella Bassani claims Porsche Cup Brasil title at Brazilian GP
Antonella Bassani joins Young Racing Academy program for Porsche Cup Brazil campaign
The road to women in Formula 1: The rising stars of motorsport
Antonella Bassani wins in Porsche Cup Brazil opener in Goiânia
Antonella Bassani makes spectacular debut in Porsche Cup Brazil
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