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In a few days, the 2026 WEC entry list will be revealed, with one high-profile absentee: the #85 Iron Dames Porsche. But it’s not the end of Iron Dames project, as feared at one point
In a few days, Le Mans Endurance Management will reveal the entry list for the 2026 World Endurance Championship season, starting on March 28 in Qatar, but one notable absence will be the #85 Iron Dames Porsche 911 LMGT3 R with an all-female lineup.
The decision, confirmed on Thursday, does not indicate the end of the Iron Dames project, prompting speculation about its future direction.
Iron Dames, founded in 2018 by Déborah Mayer, is a groundbreaking initiative promoting gender equality in motorsport through empowering women to compete alongside men.
The project has achieved significant milestones in motorsport and beyond, expanding into diverse disciplines like equestrian sports and securing high-profile partnerships with major brands like Porsche.
Despite the Porsche being phased out, Iron Dames’ legacy includes historic victories, podium finishes, and trailblazing accomplishments in male-dominated motorsport spheres.
