Beatriz Neila
Motorcycle racing // Madrid, Spain
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Beatriz Neila, Spanish motorsports racer, started racing at 8. Won Mediterranean Women’s Championship and Catalunya Women’s Championship in 2016. Won Women’s European Cup 2020-2023, achieved podium in 2024 WorldWCR.
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Since I was little, I have always liked motorcycles. I saw them on television at home and at only two years old I dreamed that I was riding one.
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Beatriz Neila is a Spanish motorcycle racer who has dominated the Women’s European Championship with four consecutive titles from 2020 to 2023, establishing herself as a formidable competitor in women’s motorsports.
EARLY YEARS
Born on April 15, 2002, Beatriz’s passion for motorsports was ignited at just eight years old when she tried her younger brother’s minibike, a gift from her father who had experience in amateur riding. Her family provided unwavering support from the beginning, with her father becoming a pivotal figure in her racing career as both manager and advisor. This early exposure and encouragement created the foundation for her eventual success in motorsports.
EARLY SUCCESS
Beatriz’s competitive racing journey began in 2011 with minimoto races in Madrid, followed by participation in the Cuna de Campeones in the MiniGP categories. By 2013, she had earned a podium finish and placed 10th in the standings. Her progression continued in 2014 when she finished 8th in the CEV on an 80cc machine. In 2015, she secured third place in both the Femines Championship Catalan Velocidad and the Femines Championship Mediterraneo Velocidad riding a Honda CBR250. The following year marked her first championship victories, winning both titles on a Honda CBR300, demonstrating her rapid growth as a racer.
NOTABLE ACHIEVEMENTS
- 2016: Won both the Femines Championship Catalan Velocidad and Femines Championship Mediterraneo Velocidad on a Honda CBR300[1].
- 2017: Selected for the prestigious Red Bull MotoGP Rookies Cup and competed in the FIM CEV European Talent Cup[1].
- 2018: Finished 2nd in the Yamaha bLU cRU Challenge and participated as a wildcard in the Supersport 300 World Championship at Aragón[1].
- 2019: Became the first female to attend the Yamaha VR46 Master Camp at Valentino Rossi’s Motor Ranch[1].
- 2020: Dominated the inaugural Women’s European Cup, winning 4 out of 5 rounds[1].
- 2021: Secured her second consecutive Women’s European Cup title[1].
- 2022: Won the Women’s European Cup for the third consecutive time[1].
- 2023: Claimed the Women’s European Championship after the series was upgraded to championship status[1].
- 2024: Joined the Ampito/Pata Prometeon Yamaha team for the inaugural FIM Women’s Motorcycling World Championship[1].
REPUTATION
Through her consistent dominance in the Women’s European Championship, Beatriz has established herself as one of the premier female motorcycle racers in Europe. Her resilience after a serious accident in 2017 demonstrates her determination and commitment to the sport. The invitation to Valentino Rossi’s Motor Ranch in 2019 as the first female participant highlights the recognition of her talent within the broader motorsport community. Her ability to balance her racing career while pursuing law studies further showcases her dedication and discipline, making her an inspiration for young women considering careers in motorsports.
FUTURE GOALS/PLANS
For 2025, Beatriz will continue competing in the FIM Women’s Circuit Racing World Championship (WorldWCR) with the Ampito/Pata Prometeon Yamaha team, building on her partnership with Yamaha’s Official WorldSBK Team to pursue further success on the world stage.
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