can be an especially empowering experience. You get to watch some of the most talented female drivers succeed in a field many think is reserved for men.

Here are more thrilling facts about the two Le Mans teams that have only women drivers.

All-female racing teams are breaking gender boundaries in the sport of racing.

All-female Le Mans teams encourage women in motorsports

The Women in Motorsport Commission established by the

FIA

encourages female participation in motor racing. Since 2009, the organization has worked to support young women in all aspects of motorsports including as engineers, competitors, and mechanics. They hope to provide the same opportunities to women as men in the industry.

This is the second year in a row that we’ve been able to watch an all-female team participate in Le Mans. More female representation in the sport will encourage more women to follow in their footsteps. Here's what you need to know about the two teams currently participating in Le Mans.

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Richard Mille Racing team

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This crew drives Oreca 07-Gibson cars and is composed of junior racers, ready to showcase their talent in the motorsports industry. The crew boasts promising newcomers including Sophia Floersch, Tatiana Calderon, and Beitske Visser. Motorsports fans can expect a fun-filled event that’s worth watching.

Previously, the team has proved to the world that women can excel in motorsports. According to

Jalopnik

, the team was ranked 13th in the 2020 Le Mans.

All participants in this team have a great track record, with Calderon's prior participation putting her in the limelight. In the MRF challenge Formula 2000, Calderon finished second.

Floersch is an open-wheel racing enthusiast, who is determined to showcase her prowess in Formula 3. Visser has competed in a range of vehicles from GT cars to open-wheel machines and earned second place in the inaugural W Series championship.

Iron Lynx team

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Iron Lynx, also known as the Iron Dames, is on a mission to inspire other female drivers who may be interested in motorsports. Driving the Ferrari 488 GTE, Rahel Frey, Michelle Gatting, and Sarah Bovy are all geared towards success.

The team ranked 34th in 2020. Frey has actively participated in motorsports since 2010, notably taking part in DTM, ELMS, and IMSA.

Gatting debuted in 2011 during Formula Ford Denmark, where she scooped up third place. Bovy has previously participated in the W Series championships.

Even though male teams currently far outnumber female teams, the Richard Mille Racing and Iron Lynx crews are big first steps for women in racing. These all-female teams provide opportunities for women to come out and prove their skills and promote more inclusivity in motorsports.

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