Kayla Yaakov achieves podium finish at Daytona 200 in historic race
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 30, 2026, 3:48 PM
Last updated Sep 30, 2026

Kayla Yaakov, a 19-year-old from Gettysburg, made history by finishing third at the Daytona 200 on March 5, becoming the first woman to reach the podium in this prestigious motorcycle event. Yaakov's performance follows a successful year in the MotoAmerica Supersport division, where she ended the season with ten podium finishes. She is signed with Rahal Ducati Moto for the upcoming challenges. This landmark achievement marks a potential turning point in her racing career, showcasing her skills and dedication in a male-dominated sport.
- •Kayla Yaakov finished third at the Daytona 200 on March 5, 2026.
- •She is the first woman to podium in the Daytona 200's history.
- •Yaakov has ten podium finishes in the MotoAmerica Supersport division.
- •She signed with Rahal Ducati Moto for the 2026 season.
- •Her father introduced her to racing at a young age.
- 3:48 PMYahoo Sports — Gettysburg native Kayla Yaakov is making history and could star in motorsports
"Gettysburg native Kayla Yaakov, 19, became the first woman to earn a podium finish at the Daytona 200. She's a rising star in motorsports.
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