The existence of all-female racing championships continues to provoke a familiar debate. For some, categories such as F1 Academy and the FIM Women’s Circuit Racing World Championship (WorldWCR) represent a necessary response to the barriers that have prevented women from progressing through motorsport at the same rate as men. They provide visibility, seat time and opportunities that may otherwise remain inaccessible. For others, separating female competitors from mixed grids

As conversations around diversity in motorsport grow louder, the need for practical, long-term solutions has never been more urgent. Michael Hill — a prominent figure in the WorldSBK paddock — believes that change doesn’t just begin with who lines up on the grid, but with the systems that support them. From the barriers riders face to the pathways young girls don’t yet know exist, Hill offers a deeply informed perspective on how motorsport can — and must — do better.