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"Trailblazing Racer: Kay Petre, a Pioneer in Motorsports" Elsie Wisdom (right) with Kaye Petre in pits at Brooklands. Creator: Unknown Kaye Petre (left) with Elsie Wisdom at Brooklands. Creator: Unknown Kay Petres Singer Nine competing in the RAC Rally, 1939. Artist: Bill Brunell Kay Petres Austin OHC 744 cc, LCC Relay GP, Brooklands, 26 July 1937. Artist: Bill Brunell Austin 7 works team, Brooklands 1937. Artist: Bill Brunell Kay Petre in an Austin 7 works team racing car, Brooklands, 1937. Artist: Bill Brunell In the thrilling world of motorsports during the early twentieth century, one name stood out as a true trailblazer - Kay Petre. With her undeniable passion for speed and determination to break barriers in a male-dominated sport, she left an indelible mark on racing history. From the pits of Brooklands to the prestigious RAC Rally stage, Kaye was always ready to push herself and her machines to their limits. Her partnership with fellow racer Elsie Wisdom showcased their shared love for adrenaline-fueled competition. One of her notable rides was the Singer Nine that roared through challenging terrains during the iconic RAC Rally of 1939. The artwork by Bill Brunell captures both the grace and power exuded by this remarkable woman behind the wheel. But it was at Brooklands where Kay truly shone brightest among her peers. In her trusty Austin OHC with its impressive engine capacity of 744 cc. , she fearlessly took on competitors at events like LCC Relay GP on that fateful day - July 26th, 1937.