Ellen Lohr Wins First DTM Race

Ellen Lohr drove an AMG Mercedes to become the first woman to win a DTM race in 1992.

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Ellen Lohr Wins First DTM Race

Ellen Lohr drove an AMG Mercedes to become the first woman to win a DTM race in 1992.

In brief

Ellen Lohr drove an AMG Mercedes to become the first woman to win a DTM race in 1992. Ellen Lohr won the first DTM race for women in 1992, a feat unmatched for 34 years. Originally reported by Jalopnik.

Ellen Lohr's Historic DTM Win

Ellen Lohr drove an AMG Mercedes to become the first woman to win a DTM race in 1992.

1992 Hockenheimring Race

Ellen Lohr won the 1992 DTM race at Hockenheimring against former F1 champion Keke Rosberg.

Tire Strategy Key

Tire Strategy Key

Lohr used tire strategy to outdrive Keke Rosberg in the final laps of the 1992 race.

Rosberg's Reaction

Rosberg was less than pleased after Lohr outdrove him to win the 1992 race.

Lohr's Career

Lohr raced in DTM for four seasons and competed in multiple series including Indy Lights and Formula 3000.

34-Year Record

34-Year Record

Lohr remains the only woman to win a DTM race, a feat unmatched for 34 years.

What matters most

Ellen Lohr won the first DTM race for women in 1992, a feat unmatched for 34 years.

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