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The showcasing of emergent female racing talent that Extreme E has provided is well illustrated by Hedda Hosaas. Two years ago, the 20-year-old was working as a mechanic at a Nissan dealership in h…
Hedda Hosaas, a former mechanic from Norway, has risen to become a McLaren factory driver thanks to her opportunity with Extreme E. She started as a development driver with Veloce Racing and quickly made her way up the ranks. Hosaas was spotted by her manager, Ian Davies, while racing in Denmark and was given a chance to test with Veloce Racing. She impressed with her ambition and professionalism and quickly absorbed everything she could from the experienced drivers around her. Hosaas has flourished in Extreme E, benefiting from the vast amount of experience and knowledge available to her. The opportunity for female drivers to compete alongside male drivers has proven valuable, with a rise in female driver lap times and a more competitive field. Extreme E has provided an important platform for female athletes to gain experience at a high level. Hosaas’ chance with McLaren also reunited her with former teammate Emma Gilmour after she replaced her following an injury.
