My name is Petra Kåre; I'm 36 years old and live just outside Uppsala. I work as a consultant in the telecommunications industry and recently completed my training as a construction and civil engineering manager.
I started motocross when I was just 10 years old, and the sport has been a big part of my life ever since. Between 2006 and 2013, I actively competed in the Swedish Motocross Championships (SM), where my best result was a 5th-place finish overall. I’ve also competed in Norway, where my best result was a 2nd-place finish in the Norwegian Motocross Championships (NM). In addition to motocross, I’ve also participated in two enduro classics and two editions of the Gotland Grand National.
After my years competing in the Swedish Championships, I’ve kept racing—mainly because it’s still so much fun—but with a different focus than before: more joy in racing and fewer pressure to perform. Injuries, especially to my shoulders, have unfortunately led to a few forced breaks, and in January of this year, I also had knee surgery. But my goal is to be back on the starting line at GGN this fall!
What makes the Gotland Grand National so special is the sense of community, the energy, and the feeling that everyone is there for the same reason—because riding a motorcycle is incredibly fun. As an ambassador, I want to inspire more girls to dare to give it a try, whether they’re beginners or have been riding for a long time. The most important thing is to have fun, challenge yourself, and take the plunge. The more girls we have out on the track and in the woods, the more fun the sport will be!