British · Indianapolis, USA · Born 11 August 1983British racing driver known for her pioneering achievements in IndyCar Series and advocacy for women in motorsport through various initiatives.
Pippa Mann was born on 11 August 1983 in London, England, and began her single-seater career in 2003 after signing a three-race contract with Manor Motorsport to compete in the winter series of the British Formula Renault Championship. Mann progressed through Formula Renault categories across Britain and Europe before moving to Indy Lights in 2009, and made her IndyCar Series debut at the 2011 Indianapolis 500, going on to become one of the most recognisable advocates for women's participation in American open-wheel racing. Mann competed in the Indianapolis 500 on multiple occasions across her IndyCar career, becoming known for her charitable initiatives around the event, regularly auctioning space on her car's livery to raise funds for children's causes. Mann has continued competing in endurance racing, including the Nürburgring Langstrecken-Serie, and remains a respected figure in motorsport for her efforts to promote greater diversity and opportunity for women in the sport at every level.
Six Indianapolis 500 starts and most IndyCar starts by a British woman
How They Played
Consistent and determined oval and road course competitor
Lasting Impact
Pioneering female driver in American open-wheel racing, breaking barriers for women in IndyCar
Career Honours
- Six Indianapolis 500 starts
- Indy Lights champion
- Most IndyCar starts by a British woman
British Athletes