Cecília Rabelo
Formula racing // Varginha, Brazil
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Cecília Rabelo is a Brazilian driver who started her senior career in 2022, competing in Paulista Formula Delta and Brazilian F4. She overcame injuries and made history with two pole positions in Brazilian F4.
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Cecília Rabelo is a Brazilian motorsport trailblazer who made history as the first woman to secure pole positions in the F4 Brazil championship, demonstrating exceptional skill and determination in her young racing career.
EARLY YEARS
Details about Cecília’s early life and background are limited in available sources. What is known is that she began her racing journey at a young age, with a clear passion for motorsports that would lead her to competitive racing.
EARLY SUCCESS
In 2022, at just 15 years old, Rabelo participated in two rounds of the Paulista Formula Delta championship, finishing ninth and eighth respectively[1]. Her transition to Brazilian F4 in 2023 with Cavaleiro Sports marked a significant step forward, despite facing setbacks including a crash at Interlagos that caused her to miss several races due to injury[1].
NOTABLE ACHIEVEMENTS
- 2023: Became the first woman to secure pole position in F4 Brazil at Interlagos Circuit[3].
- 2023: Achieved double pole positions during the F1 support weekend at Interlagos[3].
- 2023: Recorded a best race finish of seventh place at Goiania[1].
- 2024: Achieved fourth place at Mogi Guacu with Bassani Racing in F4 Brazil[1].
- 2024: Participated in the Interlagos 500km, finishing 30th overall and seventh in class in a Porsche 991[1].
REPUTATION
Cecília has quickly established herself as a pioneering figure in Brazilian motorsports, particularly known for her historic pole positions in F4 Brazil. Her bold racing strategies and ability to overcome adversity have earned her recognition as one of Brazil’s most promising female racers. The strategic decision to use wet tires in challenging conditions at Interlagos demonstrated not only skill but tactical intelligence beyond her years.
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Cecilia Rabelo – Speed Queens
Cecilia Rabelo and Rafaela Ferreira reflect on their Brazilian F4 debut
Cecília Rabelo makes history in F4 Brasil with double pole position
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