German · Nürburg, Germany · Born 13 May 1969German racing driver and television presenter known as 'Queen of the Nürburgring', first woman to win the Nürburgring 24 Hours race in 1996.
The Queen of the Nürburgring — the only woman to win the Nürburgring 24 Hours (twice), a beloved motorsport ambassador, Top Gear presenter and a driver whose exceptional ability on the world's most challenging circuit made her one of the sport's most respected and beloved figures. Motorsport demands technical skill, physical fitness and the courage to operate machinery at speeds that leave absolutely no margin for error. Career highlights included Nürburgring 24 Hours winner 1996, 1997 (only woman ever), Top Gear presenter, Nürburgring instructor and ambassador. What distinguished Sabine was consistency of performance at the highest level — competing with and against the very best while maintaining standards across an extended career in motorsport. Sabine's contribution to motorsport extends beyond personal statistics to the culture and development of the discipline at the highest level.
Nürburgring 24 Hours victories and Top Gear presenting
How They Played
Aggressive endurance racing specialist with exceptional Nordschleife knowledge
Lasting Impact
First and only woman to win Nürburgring 24 Hours, beloved motorsport personality
Career Honours
- Nürburgring 24 Hours winner 1996, 1997 (only woman ever)
- Top Gear presenter
- Nürburgring instructor and ambassador
German Athletes