FIA unveils global sim racing cup for female racers
The FIA (Fédération Internationale de l’Automobile), the global authority in motorsports, has unveiled an exciting new sim racing esports competition specifically for women and girls aged 16 and up. The FIA Girls of Track Esports Cup is being organised in collaboration with Advanced SimRacing, a leading manufacturer of racing simulation rigs, and the popular sim racing game iRacing.
FIA girls of track esports cup
The FIA has long been a champion of diversity, but this . The Girls of Track Esports Cup is designed to introduce more women to the exciting world of motorsport, this time through the realm of esports. This is the inaugural esports event under the FIA Girls on Track banner. If recent triumphs such as the Rising Stars initiative are anything to go by, this gathering is expected to have a lasting influence on the world of sim racing.
How to join the competition?
If you’re a woman or girl aged 16 or over, you’re eligible. Whether you’re a total newbie or a sim racing veteran, there’s room for you on the grid. This open-door approach makes it accessible to everyone, not just the elite few.
Joining is straightforward: simply visit the to sign up, ensure you have an active iRacing account (your virtual car and track), and join the competition through the specific event page. Get those reflexes loose and get ready to roll.
Inside the competition format
Phase 1 – Online qualification: The first lap of this journey is purely digital. Participants will compete in iRacing’s Time Attack mode, aiming for the fastest lap possible. The qualification window closes on 6 May 2025.
Phase 2 – Live finals in Macau: The top 10 performers will be flown to Macau in June, where the competition levels up. This will be a multi-day, real-world final where racers compete side-by-side. All expenses will be covered by the FIA.
Finalists will gain more than just racing experience; they’ll receive media training, industry insights, and direct mentorship. The FIA is committed to helping participants not only race but also build their careers.
Meet the partners behind the cup
The FIA’s Girls on Track series has already opened doors for many young women in motorsport, and the move to esports is just the next lap in their ongoing race towards inclusion. Advanced SimRacing, the official sim rig partner, ensures each finalist has top-tier, realistic racing setups.
Recognising this, the FIA Esports Commission President, Niroshan Pereira, emphasises the need for greater female participation in the discipline. Pereira’s vision is clear: for esports to truly flourish, it must welcome and encourage more girls and women to join the ranks.
Pereira stated, “We know that Esports is the future – but for the discipline to truly grow and develop, we need to encourage more girls and women to get involved. We hope that this competition will act as a catalyst, encouraging aspiring racers to try out our discipline and consider pursuing a career in motorsport.”
The legacy of girls on track
From 2020 to 2023, the Girls on Track – Rising Stars initiative nurtured young talent by offering real racing seats and academy entries. Now, that same nurturing spirit is steering into the sim racing world. This shift from real tracks to virtual circuits highlights the FIA’s forward-thinking mindset.
Motorsport has traditionally been a male-dominated field, but initiatives like this are changing that narrative. Representation matters, and this competition shows there’s plenty of room on the podium for everyone. While not everyone can afford to race in real life, sim racing offers an accessible alternative—all you need is a rig and passion.
The FIA Girls of Track Esports Cup isn’t just another competition—it’s an invitation to race, to belong, and to break barriers. Whether you’re already dreaming in apexes and braking zones or just curious about the world of motorsports, this is your chance.
