The FIM Women's Circuit Racing World Championship is now a reality: it is the first world championship in road racing exclusively for women. Here we bring you all the details of the new WorldWCR, which debuts in 2024 at the Misano circuit.
This weekend we will enjoy this first event with the best riders in the world competing for the first time.
What is WorldWCR?
The FIM World Women's Circuit Racing (abbreviated WorldWCR) was created with the mission of highlighting and promoting women's talent in motorcycling. The WorldWCR offers a competitive platform where female riders can showcase their skills and compete globally.
The FIM has been working for many years to increasingly include women in motorcycling, so creating the first women's championship with world status is a great achievement. The championship will be held on various renowned circuits such as Misano, Algarve, and Jerez, guaranteeing great exposure for the riders and teams.
Moreover, the creation of this exclusive women's championship does not mean segregation in road racing: riders who wish to can also compete in other mixed championships.
WorldWCR 2024 Calendar
The first season of the WorldWCR consists of 6 Rounds and operates similarly to the different categories of WorldSBK. The riders will compete in 12 races, one on Saturday and another on Sunday, with qualifying and practice sessions on Friday.
WorldWCR 2024 Calendar:
- Pirelli Emilia-Romagna Round, Misano World Circuit - June 14-16
- Prosecco DOC UK Round, Donington Park - July 12-14
- Pirelli Portugal Round, Autodromo Internacional do Algarve - August 9-11
- Acerbis Italian Round, Circuito de Cremona - September 20-22
- Estoril Round, Circuito do Estoril – October 11-13
- Prometeon Spanish Round, Circuito de Jerez - Ángel Nieto - October 18-20
The Women's Championship debuts on June 14-15-16 in Misano, and at the WorldSBK Official Store, you can find the official WorldWCR merchandise in its official colors of black, white, and yellow. The collection includes a hoodie, t-shirt, and cap—the perfect set to wear to all the races and cheer on the riders!
Which riders are going to compete in WorldWCR 2024?
The list of riders for this season has already been made official, featuring representation from 5 continents and up to 18 countries. Spain leads with six representatives, followed by France and South Africa, each with two.
The WorldWCR has managed to bring together the best riders in the world for its first edition. Just take a look at the list: Ana Carrasco, 2018 SSP300 World Champion; Beatriz Neila, 2023 Women's European Champion; Roberta Ponziani, winner of several races in the Elf CIV Women's European Cup; and María Herrera, the first woman to win a race in the CEV and current MotoE World Championship rider. These riders know what it means to win and will put on a great show on the track.
Here is the complete list of riders entered for WorldWCR 2024:
|
|
N. |
Rider |
Nat. |
Team |
|
1 |
4 |
Emily Bondi |
FRA |
YART Zelos Black Knights Team |
|
2 |
7 |
Andrea Sibaja Moreno |
ESP |
Deza - Box 77 Racing Team |
|
3 |
8 |
Tayla Relph |
AUS |
TAYCO Motorsport |
|
4 |
10 |
Ran Yochay |
ISR |
511 Terra&Vita Racing Team |
|
5 |
14 |
Mallory Dobbs |
USA |
Sekhmet Motorcycle Racing Team |
|
6 |
15 |
Sarah Varon |
COL |
ITALIKA Racing FIMLA |
|
7 |
16 |
Lucy Michel |
GER |
TSL-Racing |
|
8 |
19 |
Adela Ourednickova |
CZE |
DafitMotoracing |
|
9 |
21 |
Nicole Van Aswegen |
RSA |
Andalaft Racing |
|
10 |
22 |
Ana Carrasco |
ESP |
Evan Bros Racing Yamaha Team |
|
11 |
28 |
Ornella Ongaro |
FRA |
Team Flembbo PL Performances |
|
12 |
29 |
Mia Stenseth Rusthen |
NOR |
Rusthen Racing |
|
13 |
33 |
Chun Mei Liu |
TPE |
WT Racing Team Taiwan |
|
14 |
34 |
Alyssia Whitmore |
GBR |
Sekhmet Motorcycle Racing Team |
|
15 |
35 |
Lena Kemmer |
AUT |
Bertl K. Racing Team |
|
16 |
36 |
Beatriz Neila Santos |
ESP |
Pata Prometeon Yamaha |
|
17 |
44 |
Luna Hirano |
JPN |
Team Luna |
|
18 |
46 |
Francisca Ruiz Vidal |
ESP |
PS Racing Team 46+1 |
|
19 |
52 |
Jessica Howden |
RSA |
Team Trasimeno |
|
20 |
53 |
Iryna Nadieieva |
UKR |
MPS.RT |
|
21 |
64 |
Sara Sanchez Tamayo |
ESP |
511 Terra&Vita Racing Team |
|
22 |
83 |
Astrid Madrigal |
MEX |
ITALIKA Racing FIMLA |
|
23 |
96 |
Roberta Ponziani |
ITA |
Yamaha Motoxracing WCR Team |
|
24 |
99 |
Isis Carreno Avila |
CHI |
AD78 FIM Latinoamerica by Team GP |
What bikes do WorldWCR riders compete on?
To maximize equality and emphasize rider skill, WorldWCR is a single-make championship. Riders will compete on the Yamaha YZF-R7, modified for the circuit, in line with the ethos of World Superbike, which focuses on production-based motorcycles.
The Yamaha YZF-R7 is equipped with a 689cc twin-cylinder engine, delivering approximately 80hp, placing its performance between a Supersport 300 and a Supersport bike. The maintenance of the bikes will be managed by Luca Montiron's JiR structure, although each rider's team will have the flexibility to make minor adjustments and set up the bike for each round.
All motorcycles will use the same Pirelli Diablo Superbike tires as other WorldSBK categories. Panta Racing Fuel has been selected as the official fuel supplier for the championship, a role it already fulfills for the WorldSSP and WorldSSP300 categories. Additionally, Motul will supply engine oils and lubricants for the competition.
