The W Series could come to an early end

The idea and concept have been praised. This championship, reserved for women, allows the champion to win a large grant to fund her competition seasons. However, the W Series could end earlier than planned due to financial reasons. Therefore, the champion of the 2022 edition may not be able to receive her prize.

According to a report presented in early September, the championship was in deficit of 8.3 million euros. According to The Telegraph, the championship owes significant amounts to its creditors. As a result, a reduced team will be presenting itself this weekend in Singapore.

But the negative record does not worry the championship boss, Bond Muir. « We have a lot of conversations at the moment and I am very optimistic. We had to fight since day one. It’s a constant battle, but we are fighters », he told the Telegraph.

According to the British media, the origin of the financial problems comes from the failure of a contract with an American investor. These difficulties come at a time when the concept of the W Series is starting to be criticized because no woman who has passed through this category has ever managed to reach a higher level. Not even Jamie Chadwick, who has been dominating the competition since its creation.