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Cyndie Allemann
Formula racing // Moutier, Switzerland
I’ve learned more from my crashes than my wins—though I’d prefer to keep the former to a minimum!
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nickname:
Swiss Miss
Birthday:
April 4, 1986 (39)
Birthplace:
Moutier, Switzerland
racing type:
Formula racing
racing status:
Retired
height:
163
residence:
inspiration(s):
Ayrton Senna, Michael Schumacher
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FOLLOWING:
Lewis Hamilton
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profile updated: June 12, 2025
Cyndie Allemann is a pioneering Swiss racing driver who broke barriers in motorsport across multiple disciplines, from Formula racing to GT competitions in Europe and Asia.
EARLY YEARS
Born on March 13, 1986, in Münsingen, Switzerland, Cyndie grew up immersed in motorsport culture thanks to her father, Urs Allemann, a competitive motocross racer. By age 8, she had already transitioned from bicycle races to karting, quickly establishing herself on Swiss junior circuits. Despite Switzerland’s limited racing infrastructure, which forced her to train abroad, Allemann’s determination and her family’s unwavering support helped her overcome these geographical challenges.
EARLY SUCCESS
Cyndie’s natural talent became evident early on when she claimed her first national karting title at just 12 years old. This accomplishment foreshadowed her meteoric rise through competitive racing ranks. The rural setting of Münsingen contrasted sharply with the high-octane world she was pursuing, but the adaptability and grit she developed during these formative years became defining characteristics of her racing approach.
NOTABLE ACHIEVEMENTS
- 2005: Won the Swiss Formula Renault 1.8 Championship[1].
- 2007: Finished third in the Formula Renault 2.0 Eurocup standings, with podium finishes at Monaco and Spa-Francorchamps[2].
- 2009: Secured a second-place finish in the Superleague Formula race at Jerez, becoming the first female driver to earn a podium in the series[3].
- 2012: Competed in the 24 Hours of Nürburgring, finishing third in the SP8T class with the Lotus Germany team[4].
- 2014: Participated in the 24 Hours of Spa-Francorchamps with the Nissan GT Academy Team RJN[5].
REPUTATION
Allemann has established herself as a trailblazer for women in motorsport, particularly in Asian racing series. Her participation in Japan’s Super GT series broke significant barriers in the GT300 class. Racing enthusiasts and peers recognize her for exceptional technical driving ability and remarkable adaptability across diverse racing platforms. Beyond her driving career, Cyndie has leveraged her expertise as a motorsport television presenter and commentator, providing valuable technical insights while continuing to inspire the next generation of female racers.
FUTURE GOALS/PLANS
Looking beyond 2025, Cyndie aims to compete in the prestigious 24 Hours of Le Mans, which remains a significant career objective. She has expressed intentions to eventually transition into team management after her active racing career concludes, with a focus on creating “sustainable pathways for underrepresented talent” in motorsport. The continued expansion of her Driving Talents initiative remains a priority, as she works to mentor emerging female racers and advocate for greater gender equity throughout all levels of racing.
References:
Motorsport.com, “Cyndie Allemann career summary”
Autosport, “Eurocup FR 2.0 2007 standings”
Crash.net, “Allemann Scores Historic Superleague Podium”
Endurance-Info, “Nürburgring 24h 2012 Results”
Sportscar365, “2014 Spa 24h Entry List”
The Checkered Flag, 2022
Interview, Motorsport Week, 2022
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