Laleh Seddigh
Iranian racing driver (born 1977)
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Laleh Seddigh (Persian: لاله صدیق; born 1977 in Tehran) is an Iranian racing driver.[1] She has been described as 'one of the most celebrated sportswomen in Iran'.[2]
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| Born | February 1977 |
| Education | University of Tehran |
| Occupations | Racing driver, engineer |
| Website | www |
Biography
Early life
Seddigh started driving at the age of 13, taught by her father. She passed her driving test at 18.[3]
Career
Seddigh had to get special permission from a local ayatollah in order to compete against men. Permission was given since driving is not deemed a contact sport, and on the condition that Seddigh would conform to dress-codes.[3]
Seddigh has said that she will not leave Iran as she is 'most effective' in promoting women's rights in Iran. Seddigh has trained other female racing drivers.[4]
Media
Seddigh's story is featured in a BBC TV documentary called Girl Racer, transmitted in 2008.[5]
