Young racing driver Ira Sidorkova expressed her joy at being named one of the 100 sexiest women in Russia.

Sidorkova is growing and impressing at such an early stage in her young career, competing in both the W Series and the F3 Asian Championships.

The 18-year-old was the Russian Circuit Racing Series junior national champion and can now add another honor to the list after being named to Maxim’s annual list of Russia’s Hottest Women.

After being named with a few famous names, Sidorkova took to social media to share her reaction to the list.

“Sometimes your day begins with unexpected and shocking news! Sidorkova wrote online.

“I’m in the top 100 for Maxim’s Hot Russian Women. I don’t know why or how it’s come about, a surprise – but not a bad one, to be honest.

“Now you can vote for him too! “

The teenage driver started karting when she was only six years old after watching and being inspired by the animated film “Cars”.

Sidorkova then switched to the rally car at age 11 and started racing in touring cars in the Russian Circuit Racing Series two years later – and she won the junior tournament in 2018.

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She became the youngest driver to pass the W Series assessment tests in 2020, and landed a podium in her second race of the 2021 championship.

Maxim encouraged Sidorkova to appear in their list, writing: “The debutante of our competition, the sultry Irina Sidorkova, is a famous Russian racing driver and vice-mini-miss Karelia. [region of Petrozavodsk] – whatever that means.

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“One glance is enough to understand that the race is going to be serious. Irina, we wish you good luck on our trail!

Sidorkova, from the Petrozavodsk region, has amassed a loyal fan base of 150,000 Instagram followers – a number that is expected to grow following Maxim’s announcement.

If she continues to perform on the track, it looks like the Russian is destined for greatness as she solidifies her fame.