Archive · 23 May 2025
Girls on Track Event Inspires Young Women at Tokyo E-Prix
The FIA held a special event called 'Girls on Track' during the Tokyo E-Prix race.
Two racers, Hana Burton and Maaya Orido, helped inspire young girls to become racers or work in motorsport.
The girls participated in fun activities such as karting, workshops, and listened to career advice.
Burton and Orido shared their experiences and encouraged the girls to pursue their dreams.
The goal was to show girls that they can have successful careers in racing and related fields.
Hana Burton and Maaya Orido participated in the FIA Girls on Track program during the Tokyo E-Prix.
The program aims to encourage young girls to pursue careers in motorsport.
Participants engaged in workshops, gaming, career talks, and pit lane walks.
120 girls experienced an immersive E-Karting masterclass.
Both Burton and Orido shared positive experiences and encouraged the girls.
- Who
- Hana Burton, Maaya Orido, and young girls (12-18 years old).
- What
- FIA Girls on Track program.
- When
- During the Tokyo E-Prix
- Where
- Tokyo E-Prix
- Why
- To encourage young girls to pursue careers in motorsport.
- Event
- FIA Girls on Track program
- Participants
- Hana Burton, Maaya Orido
- Location
- Tokyo E-Prix
- Objective
- Motorsport careers
- Age Group
- 12-18
Sources
Oliver Rowland on seeing daughter after fourth win of the season in Tokyo: “I just couldn't help but be super emotional”
Stoffel Vandoorne on Tokyo E-Prix triumph: “The plan perfectly played in our hands”
