Rahel Frey
WEC racing // Niederbipp, Switzerland
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Swiss racing driver Rahel Frey, born February 23, 1986, began her career in 1998 with go-karting. Notable achievements include wins in the Audi R8 LMS Cup and 24h Nürburgring. In 2023, she was part of the Iron Dames’ historic all-female win in the FIA World Endurance Championship.
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Rahel Frey is a pioneering Swiss racing driver whose career spans over two decades, establishing herself as one of the most experienced and successful female competitors in motorsport today.
EARLY YEARS
Born February 23, 1986, in Niederbipp, Switzerland, Rahel’s journey into racing was deeply influenced by her father’s passion for motorsport and his car dealership business. Despite her mother’s initial reservations, her father frequently took Rahel and her siblings to go-kart tracks, nurturing her love for racing. At age 12, she began her competitive career in go-karting before progressing to Formula Renault at 18, benefiting greatly from her father’s support and technical knowledge as a mechanic.
EARLY SUCCESS
Frey quickly demonstrated her talent in single-seater racing, finishing 4th in Formula Renault 2.0 Switzerland in 2004 and improving to 3rd place in 2005. Her breakthrough came in 2007 when she made history as the first woman to win a German Formula 3 race, a pivotal moment that established her reputation in the motorsports world. This success led to her signing with Audi Sport in 2011 for DTM (Deutsche Tourenwagen Masters), marking her transition to professional racing.
NOTABLE ACHIEVEMENTS
- 1998: Motorsport debut in Go-Karting[1].
- 2004: 4th in Formula Renault 2.0 Switzerland[1].
- 2005: 3rd in Formula Renault 2.0 Switzerland[1].
- 2007: First female to win a German Formula 3 race[5].
- 2011: Signed with Audi Sport for DTM[3].
- 2013: Secured one win in Audi R8 LMS Cup, finishing 4th overall[1].
- 2015: Achieved one win in Audi R8 LMS Cup and one win in ADAC GT Masters[1].
- 2016: Secured two wins in Audi R8 LMS Cup and one win in ADAC GT Masters[1].
- 2017: 1st in SP-X class VLN Endurance Championship Nürburgring, round 8[1].
- 2019: 1st in SP8 class 24h Nürburgring and six wins in Audi Sport Seyffarth R8 LMS Cup[1].
- 2022: 2nd in GT World Challenge Europe Endurance Gold Cup with Iron Dames[3].
REPUTATION
Throughout her career, Rahel has established herself as a resilient and determined competitor who refuses to accept anything less than her best. Her motto, “go fast and never ever give up,” perfectly encapsulates her unwavering commitment to excellence in motorsports[3]. Since joining the Iron Dames project in 2018, she has been instrumental in promoting female participation in racing, contributing significantly to the team’s success in various endurance competitions while setting new standards for women in the sport. Her consistent performance across multiple racing disciplines demonstrates her exceptional versatility and skill as a driver.
FUTURE GOALS/PLANS
In 2025, Frey will continue competing with the Iron Dames team across multiple prestigious series including the IMSA Sportscar Championship, World Endurance Championship (WEC), and European Le Mans Series, participating in more than 20 events throughout the year[2]. A significant development involves the team’s potential switch from Lamborghini to Porsche machinery, with their WEC and ELMS efforts to be managed by the Manthey team, while Proton is expected to run their IMSA campaign[2].
References:
Car Racing Reporter – Rahel Frey Part 2
Ferrari – Rahel Frey: The Best is Yet to Come
Iron Dames – Rahel Frey
Audi Media Center – Biography: Rahel Frey
Rahel Frey Official Website
Motorsport Week – Changes Coming for Iron Dames in 2025
