Desiré Wilson

Awards & Honours

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Desiré Wilson's place in motorsport history is unique. She is the only woman to have won a Formula One race, a record that stands to this day. Her victory at Brands Hatch in 1980 was a landmark moment for women in motorsport, and she is widely regarded as the greatest female race driver of the 20th century. Her achievements have inspired generations of female drivers and earned her a lasting tribute with a grandstand named in her honor.

AwardsDesiré Wilson's career is defined by her historic achievements on the track. Her most significant award is the 1980 British Aurora F1 Championship race win, a feat that no other woman has matched. She also won World Sportscar Championship races at Monza and Silverstone in 1980, and was named 'Best Woman Race Driver of the 20th Century' in several motorsport publications.

Honours & Distinctions

Grandstand named in her honor at Brands Hatch

Brands Hatch·1980

Named after her historic 1980 victory at the circuit.

Best Woman Race Driver of the 20th Century

Various motorsport magazines·2000

Nominated in several summaries of the first 100 years of motor racing.

Rankings & Lists

Best Woman Race Driver of the 20th Century

Various motorsport magazines·2000

Records & Feats

Only woman to win a Formula One race

Historic First·1980

Won the 1980 British Aurora F1 Championship race at Brands Hatch.