Ken Block's Daughter Lia Makes History With First Rally Championship

Lia Block's foray into the world of rally racing began with a handful of ARA outings in 2022, where she cut her teeth behind the wheel of a FWD Ford Fiesta. However, the 2023 season showcased her impressive evolution as she secured the ARA championship and ventured into other high-profile events. Block joined forces with Carl Cox Motorsport in the Extreme E championship, partnering with seasoned racer Timo Scheider.

Additionally, she contested several rounds of the Nitro Rallycross Championship and even treated spectators to an exhibition drive in Ken Block'siconic Hoonapigasus at Pikes Peak．她undeniable talent and determination are setting the stage for a promising future. Who knew the Subaru BRZ could handle such rough terrain so well?

With the championship title firmly in hand, Lia Block is now at liberty to select any vehicle of her choosing for the upcoming Lake Superior Performance Rally in Michigan. In a heartwarming gesture, she opted to pilot her late father's legendaryFord Escort Cosworth Group A rally car, which will compete in the Open Four-Wheel Drive category.

This journey of Lia Block has been a challenge since tragedy struck earlier this year with the untimely loss of her father,Ken Block, leaving a void in the global racing community.

Lia's remarkable rise and championship win have emerged as a new and equally vital chapter in the Block family's storied racing legacy, ensuring that the passion for speed and competition continues to burn brightly.