Breaking Stereotypes in Motorsport | Amna Al Qubaisi

Amna Al Qubaisi has spent years breaking barriers in motorsport, but one of her biggest challenges wasn't on the racetrack.As the first female Emirati racing driver, Amna faced stereotypes, assumptions, and criticism that attempted to diminish the work, sacrifice, and dedication behind her achievements.In this episode of the SEF Backstage Pass Podcast, she opens up about the misconceptions she faced, why she was determined to change perceptions about women from the Middle East, and her mission to create opportunities for the next generation of female racing drivers.Timestamps:00:00 - "She's a Princess of Saudi Arabia"01:00 - Meet Amna Al Qubaisi02:29 - Racing Started Because of Her Father04:04 - Racing Against Her Sister05:24 - Growing Up in a Racing Family06:56 - The Reality of Being a Woman in Motorsport08:43 - Breaking Stereotypes About Middle Eastern Women10:57 - How Racing Shaped Her Character12:00 - Building a Racing Team for Women13:56 - How to Start a Career in Motorsport15:03 - What's Next for Amna16:57 - Raising Sponsorship and Funding18:16 - Talent, Passion & Consistency20:03 - Final ThoughtsWhether you're pursuing a career in motorsport, entrepreneurship, or any ambitious goal, Amna's story is a reminder that talent, resilience, and consistency matter more than the stereotypes others place on you.Subscribe for more conversations with global leaders, entrepreneurs, athletes, and changemakers.This episode was produced in partnership with Poddster.Follow SEF:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sharjahefTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sharjahefLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/sharjah-entrepreneurship-festivalWebsite: https://sharjahef.com