Tatiana Calderon Makes NASCAR Brazil History as First Woman to Win a Race

Colombian driver Tatiana Calderon made motorsport history by becoming the first woman to win a NASCAR Brazil race on September 20, 2026. The victory occurred at the Circuito dos Cristais in Curvelo, Minas Gerais, where she claimed the second race of the weekend. Calderon faced a tough start to the event, as a mechanical issue affected her car during the opening track sessions, leading to a qualifying position of 15th on the grid.

Despite starting from this low position, Calderon showcased her skill as she climbed the ranks during the first race, which was marked by several incidents and restarts. She finished the race in fourth place, securing a higher starting point for the next event.

In the second race, Calderon started from fourth position under a system that reversed the top six positions from the previous race. As she approached the leaders, she skillfully navigated a collision involving other drivers in front of her, ultimately moving into first place. From there, she maintained her lead and built a substantial advantage, outmaneuvering Felipe Malinowski during the second race.

The event was relatively incident-free, allowing Calderon to focus on her driving and avoid errors in the final laps. As a result, she crossed the finish line as the first woman to win a NASCAR Brazil race, solidifying her place in championship playoffs and keeping her in contention for the season title. Calderon praised her team's efforts following the initial difficulties, noting that the challenges forced them to work hard to restore the car's performance, which ultimately paid off in her historic victory.