SETTING THE PACE

At just 14 years old, Southwest Florida native Victoria Beaner is already making a name for herself as one of motorsports' rising young talents. A fourth-generation racer, Victoria's journey began at age seven when her father combined two older Junior Dragsters to build her first race car. After earning her competition license, she wasted little time finding success, winning the very first final she entered and igniting a passion that would shape her future.

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Over the years, Victoria has accumulated more than 1,200 passes down the drag strip, earning numerous round wins, multiple event victories, track championships, and national-level recognition. Beyond driving, she has developed a well-rounded understanding of the sport by helping maintain her race cars, managing social media, and serving as a co-host of the Fast Brackets Podcast, where she shares updates from the world of Junior Dragster racing.

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In 2024, Victoria faced one of the biggest challenges of her young life when she underwent spinal fusion surgery to correct scoliosis. Her determination throughout the recovery process became an inspiration to many and led to the creation of the Spine of Hope Foundation, an initiative dedicated to encouraging and supporting children and families navigating scoliosis and spinal health challenges.

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Today, Victoria's focus has shifted from drag racing to oval track competition as she continues to build her racing career across multiple disciplines. Competing in 600 Winged Micro Sprint competition with Carber Racing at Millbridge Speedway, while also pursuing select INEX Legends and Pro Late Model events, Victoria is embracing new challenges and expanding her racing résumé. With a relentless drive to improve both on and off the track, she remains focused on achieving her dream of becoming a professional race car driver while using her platform to inspire others along the way.