Lindsay Brewer is revving up the summer season with a splash of red that’s got the internet talking. The 29-year-old race car driver, who just missed the top spot in last year’s Lamborghini Super Trofeo North America championship, posted a series of swimsuit photos on Instagram that quickly went viral. With a caption that read, “Always a happy girl when I’m by the water,” Brewer is clearly ready to trade the track for the beach—at least for a moment.
Brewer, who finished second in the championship by just two points alongside teammate Jem Hepworth, knows a thing or two about high stakes. “Finishing 2nd in the championship, just 2 points away, definitely stings a little but standing on the top step for our final race was the perfect way to close out the season,” she said. “Couldn’t be prouder of how far we’ve come and everything we’ve accomplished together.”
But when she’s not burning rubber, Brewer is burning up social media. Her latest post, featuring a striking red swimsuit, drew an avalanche of compliments from fans. “Looking great,” one user wrote, while another called her a “MAGAZINE COVER GIRL.” The positive vibes were echoed by others who simply said, “So pretty,” and “Love seeing you happy and living your best life Lindsay.”
However, Brewer is no stranger to the flip side of fame. She’s faced her share of criticism from those who question whether she’s a genuine racer or just an influencer playing dress-up. “When I first got back into the sport, it really bothered me and the comments would bother me,” she told the New York Post. “I was like, ‘Ugh, I’m not just an influencer, I’m also a race car driver. I’ve been racing since I was 11.’”
Brewer’s journey includes stints in the Saleen S1 Cup, IndyPro 2000, and the W Series before landing with 47Motorsports. She built a large following during a racing hiatus, which only fueled the skepticism when she returned. “I grew a big chunk of my following when I wasn’t racing, so once I started to race again, they were like, ‘This influencer’s pretending to be a race car driver,’ and I’m like, ‘No,’” she recalled.
But Brewer has learned to tune out the noise. “Then I realized everyone is going to have their opinion whether it’s right or wrong, and you can’t control how other people perceive you, they’re going to have their opinion no matter what, so I’ve really tried to get past it,” she said. It’s a mindset that serves her well both on and off the track.
Brewer’s ability to command attention isn’t unique in the sports world. Other athletes, like Natalie Decker, have also sparked buzz with swimsuit snaps, while Genie Bouchard recently ignited a storm with sizzling Miami photos. And let’s not forget Charlotte Flair, who stunned fans with a pink swimsuit photoshoot in Miami.
Brewer’s red swimsuit moment is more than just a summer vibe—it’s a reminder that she’s a force to be reckoned with, whether she’s behind the wheel or in front of a camera. As she gears up for the next racing season, one thing is clear: Lindsay Brewer is here to stay, and she’s not letting anyone define her on their terms.
