About Grace Bates Racing:

My Story

I’m Grace Bates, a 17-year-old British racing driver competing in the Classic Formula Ford Championship. Having grown up in my family’s team, Shaw’s Motorsport, I’ve been immersed in racing from a young age, both behind the wheel and in the garage. I began karting at 6, progressed into Formula Ford at 16, and secured my first novice trophy at Silverstone in 2025, finishing second in the Super Classic Class C Championship. I currently race my Van Diemen RF80, “Valerie,” and continue to push for progression, performance, and consistency every time I’m on track.