Rafaela Peixoto
Motorcycle racing // Mérida, Mexico
At just 19, Rafaela Peixoto is making waves in motorcycle racing with Team RP27, twice finishing as runner-up in Brazil’s CNV while breaking barriers for women in the sport.
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Rafaela Peixoto is a promising motorcycle racer who competes on a Yamaha YZF-R7 for Team RP27, steadily making her mark in a traditionally male-dominated sport through determination and skill on the track.
EARLY YEARS
Born on July 23, 2005, in Mérida, Rafaela developed a passion for motorsports at a young age. While specific details about her childhood and introduction to racing remain limited in public records, her early commitment to the sport laid the foundation for her future racing career.
EARLY SUCCESS
NOTABLE ACHIEVEMENTS
- 2020: Runner-up in the Campeonato Nacional de Velocidade (CNV) female racing category[2].
- 2022: Runner-up in the Campeonato Nacional de Velocidade (CNV) female racing category[2].
- 2024: Demonstrated impressive racecraft during the CNV season opener[3].
REPUTATION
Peixoto has earned recognition as a determined and talented young racer who combines youthful energy with growing experience in competitive motorcycle racing. Her performances in the Campeonato Nacional de Velocidade have established her as a rising star with remarkable skills and promising potential in Brazilian motorcycling circuits.
FUTURE GOALS/PLANS
As Rafaela eyes the 2025 season, she remains committed to proving herself in motorsports while helping to blaze a trail for women in racing. Though details of new partnerships or sponsorships remain under wraps, she continues to build her presence with Team RP27 while focusing on expanding her reach and attracting sponsors who believe in her potential[1].
References:
Rafaela Peixoto’s 2025 Season Plans with Team RP27
Campeonato Nacional de Velocidade Results 2020-2022
CNV 2024 Season Opener Coverage
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