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Rokt and Oracle Red Bull Racing's All-Female Esports Team Returns

In a groundbreaking move for esports, Oracle Red Bull Racing (ORBR) and Rokt have announced the lineup for their 2026 all-female esports team, the Rokt Red Bull Racing Esports team. This initiative focuses on promoting women's participation in competitive sim racing—a domain traditionally dominated by men. With the return of five out of six drivers from last year's inaugural season, the team is set to continue building a meaningful pathway for women in this highly competitive space.

The official lineup for 2026 consists of:

• - Paige Daughenbaugh (US) - Returning driver
• - Annemarie DePasquale (US) - Returning driver, Rokt the Rig graduate
• - Bel Wells (US) - Returning driver
• - Cythia Lok (Hong Kong) - Newcomer, Rokt the Rig graduate
• - Mia Rose (Australia) - Returning driver
• - Rebecca Morrell (UK) - Returning driver, Rokt the Rig graduate

Morgan Ashurst, the Team Principal of Oracle Red Bull Sim Racing, emphasized the goal of this initiative: "When we launched this team with Rokt, we wanted to create a significant pathway for more women into competitive sim racing. Half of our drivers are Rokt the Rig graduates, and the experience of competing for a full season will provide a solid foundation for their continued growth."

A notable feature this year is the inclusion of engineering mentorship for the drivers from Oracle Red Bull Racing engineers. This mentorship will provide insights into telemetry analysis and performance data interpretation, helping the team maximize their potential in every practice session and competitive event.

The Rokt the Rig program, which identifies and nurtures female talent in sim racing, received an impressive response at its launch, attracting over 7,000 entries. The program's graduates have proven their mettle in competitive racing, and with the addition of Cythia Lok to this year's roster, the team showcases the successful integration of the Rokt initiative into their competitive lineup.

Elizabeth Buchanan, Chief Commercial Officer at Rokt, stated, "The overwhelming number of women who entered Rokt the Rig demonstrated that there was a hidden pool of talent waiting for the right platform. With half of our team being graduates from this program, we're committed to not just providing an entry point but building a long-term pathway for these talented women to flourish in sim racing."

This season, after competing in the Motorsport UK British F4 Esports Championship and UK FF1600 Esports last year, the team is gearing up for two significant iRacing special events: the Indy 8 Hours, set from October 16 to 18 in the formidable Ford Mustang GT3, and the FF1600 Festival, scheduled for October 30 to 31 in the Ray FF1600. Fans can follow these thrilling events live on Oracle Red Bull Sim Racing's Twitch channel, which also provides exclusive content, including driver vlogs and development diaries.

Additionally, the Oracle Red Bull Sim Racing team has successfully cultivated a substantial audience across its social media platforms, amassing nearly 400,000 followers across Instagram, Facebook, X (formerly Twitter), and Twitch. The team's digital channels continue to generate significant engagement, with over 69 million views and interactions exceeding 2 million so far in 2026. This extensive reach provides the drivers with a platform that allows them to showcase their talents and connect with fans early in their careers.

These efforts are part of Rokt and Oracle Red Bull Racing's broader partnership aimed at expanding opportunities for women in both motorsport and STEM fields. Since entering into an official partnership in 2023, Rokt has contributed to initiatives like the annual International Women in Engineering Day at the Red Bull Technology Campus and has supported the Red Bull Racing Pepe Jeans Academy Programme in F1 Academy since its 2024 debut. Their collaboration also led to the creation of the "Driven Beyond Limits" video series, highlighting the invaluable contributions of women within the team.

In conclusion, the 2026 Rokt Red Bull Racing Esports team represents not just a competitive lineup but also a critical step toward fostering inclusivity in the fast-paced world of esports racing. With the talent and ambition showcased by these drivers, it's evident that the future of women in sim racing is not just promising—it’s here. Celebrate this milestone with Rokt and Oracle Red Bull Racing as they pioneer new pathways for women’s success both on and off the track.