Iron Dames Unveil Symbolic Livery for 24 Hours of Le Mans

The Iron Dames are set to make their seventh consecutive appearance at the 24 Hours of Le Mans, showcasing a new, symbolic livery for their Porsche 911 GT3 R. This all-female lineup continues to break barriers in motorsport, embodying passion, determination, and empowerment on the global stage.

A New Livery: Powering Your Dreams

For the 2025 24 Hours of Le Mans, the Iron Dames' Porsche 911 GT3 R, bearing the number 85, will feature a striking new "Powering Your Dreams" livery. This design builds upon their 2024 children's dreams-inspired theme, evolving into a more profound visual statement. Every curve and color on the car is meticulously crafted to represent the core values of the Iron Dames:

• Passion

• Determination

• Discipline

• Commitment

• Energy

This livery transforms the car into more than just a racing vehicle; it becomes a powerful declaration of the pursuit of dreams, regardless of perceived difficulty, and a visual tribute to the act of dreaming and delivering on those aspirations.

The All-Female Lineup

The Iron Dames team for the 24 Hours of Le Mans is a formidable trio, ready to compete in the highly competitive LMGT3 category. While Porsche-contracted driver Michelle Gatting was unfortunately injured and unable to participate, Sarah Bovy from Belgium will step in to join the team.

• Rahel Frey (Switzerland): A veteran in international GT racing with two decades of experience and multiple Le Mans appearances, Frey expresses excitement for her favorite race of the year. Her return with Porsche, where the team achieved its best result, and the partnership with TotalEnergies, marks another significant milestone for the Iron Dames project.

• Célia Martin (France): Making her Le Mans debut, Martin has rapidly ascended through the GT racing ranks. She views racing her first 24 Hours of Le Mans with the "Powering Your Dreams" livery as a dream come true. Martin emphasizes the team's message of ambition, inclusion, and determination, aiming to prove that motorsport can drive change and inspire the next generation.

• Sarah Bovy (Belgium): Stepping in for the injured Michelle Gatting, Bovy brings her talent to complete the all-female lineup.

The Iron Dames Project: Empowering Women

Founded in 2018 by Deborah Mayer, the Iron Dames project is dedicated to empowering women to compete on equal terms in mixed-gender fields. Originating in motorsport, the project achieved a historic milestone in 2023 by becoming the first all-female lineup to win an FIA World Endurance Championship race. The initiative has since expanded significantly:

• Motorsport: Now includes a 16-driver lineup competing across various disciplines such as single-seaters, rallying, and karting.

• Iron Dames Young Talents: A program focused on nurturing the next generation of female racers at the grassroots level.

• Equestrian World: Expanded into equestrian sports, with 12 top riders participating in the prestigious Longines Global Champions League.

In 2024, the project launched educational and inspirational initiatives like "Meet the Iron Dames" and "Every Dream Matters," further solidifying their core values. The Iron Dames' motto, "Women driven by dreams," encapsulates their mission to encourage all women to overcome barriers and exceed their limits.