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Lilou Wadoux – Female WEC Racer

Lilou Wadoux

WEC racing // Amiens, France

I am very focused on learning a lot this year in LMP2 in WEC, and next year I hope I can stay in LMP2

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nickname:
Loulou
Birthday:
April 10, 2001 (24)
Birthplace:
Amiens, France
racing type:
WEC racing
racing status:
Pro
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profile updated: June 12, 2025

Lilou Wadoux has made history as Ferrari Competizioni GT’s first female official driver, rapidly ascending through motorsport ranks with impressive performances in endurance racing and GT competitions.

EARLY YEARS

Born on April 10, 2001, in Amiens, France, Lilou’s fascination with motorsport began in childhood, encouraged by her family and particularly influenced by her father who had participated in rallies. Before fully committing to racing, she was involved in tennis, but eventually transitioned to karting where her natural talent quickly became apparent.

EARLY SUCCESS

After establishing her fundamentals in karting, Wadoux moved to the French F4 Championship in 2019 where she demonstrated remarkable consistency. Her career gained significant momentum in 2020 when she joined the Alpine Elf Europa Cup, earning several top-ten finishes despite being one of the youngest drivers. By 2021, she had secured a race win at the season finale in Portimão and finished third overall in the championship standings.

NOTABLE ACHIEVEMENTS

  • 2021: Won race at season finale in Portimão and finished third overall in Alpine Elf Europa Cup[1].
  • 2021: Set pole position and dominated the Porsche Sprint Challenge France race at Circuit de la Sarthe[1].
  • 2022: Finished sixth at the 24 Hours of Le Mans with Richard Mille Racing Team[1].
  • 2022: Became first woman to drive Toyota Hypercar in post-season rookie test at Bahrain[1].
  • 2023: Signed as Ferrari’s first-ever female factory driver[1].
  • 2023: Won the 6 Hours of Spa-Francorchamps, becoming the first female race winner in FIA World Endurance Championship[2].
  • 2024: Secured first Super GT podium, finishing second in GT300 class at 300km of Sugo[1].

REPUTATION

Lilou has quickly established herself as one of motorsport’s brightest female talents, known for her adaptability across different racing disciplines and vehicles. Her historic achievements as Ferrari’s first female factory driver and as a race winner in the WEC have positioned her as an inspirational figure for young women in racing. Her versatility in switching between prototypes and GT cars showcases exceptional racing intelligence and technical capability.

FUTURE GOALS/PLANS

For 2025, Wadoux will compete in both the European Le Mans Series with the #50 Richard Mille AF Corse Ferrari 296 LMGT3 and the IMSA Endurance Cup with the #21 AF Corse Ferrari 296 GT3. Her long-term aspiration includes moving up to the Hypercar ranks with Ferrari while maintaining her commitment to racing in SUPER GT alongside her European engagements.

References:

Woman Spotlight Wednesday: Lilou Wadoux
Wadoux: When I put my helmet on, I dream of Le Mans
Learning step by step: Interview with Lilou Wadoux

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News

LILOU WADOUX makes her SUPER GT debut

LILOU WADOUX Makes SUPER GT GT300 Debut with Ferrari

Lilou Wadoux in discussion in the pits

LILOU WADOUX Makes SUPER GT Debut, Eyes Historic Podium

LILOU WADOUX First Woman to Score Super GT Points Since 2012

LILOU WADOUX First Woman to Score Super GT Points Since 2012

Lilou Wadoux makes history

LILOU WADOUX Makes History as First Female IMSA LMP2 Winner

Tatiana Calderon, Sheena Monk, Katherine Legge racing in 12H of Sebring

TATIANA CALDERON Shows Strong Pace at Sebring Before Late Crash

Lilou Wadoux with her co-drivers after her historic win at SPA

LILOU WADOUX Joins Japanese Super GT with Ferrari 296 GT3

One Iron Dame helps another in the drivers seat during historic WEC victory

LILOU WADOUX Makes History as First Woman to Win FIA WEC Race

Katherine Legge, Sheena Monk, and Tatiana Calderon team up for the 2024 Rolex 24H

KATHERINE LEGGE Leads Record 9 Women at 2024 Rolex 24

MARTA GARCÍA Reigning F1 Academy Champion to Make GT Racing Debut with Iron Dames at Spa Francorchamps

MARTA GARCIA Dominates Inaugural F1 Academy Season

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