Determination. Physical prowess. Teamwork.
Sports are a showcase of the human spirit - of what is possible when you work hard and never give up.Â
These women in sports are leaving everything on the field and paving the way for a new generation of girls to strive for more.Â
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CAR RACER
ALEXANDRA ASMASOEBRATA
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GYMNAST
RIFDA IRFANALUTHFI
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WRESTLER
NOR 'PHOENIX' DIANA
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FORMER WORLD SQUASH CHAMPION
DATUK NICOL DAVID
ALEXANDRA ASMASOEBRATA, 32
JAKARTA, INDONESIA
Hard worker, persistent, and consistent, Alexandra was introduced to the world of automotive at a young age by her father who was a racer. She started her racing career at the tender age of eleven years old, and has not allowed the fact that she’s a minority in a sport dominated by men to slow her down. Right now, Alexandra is the Head Commission for Women in Motorsports IMI, which promotes and supports women who are in motorsports. Alexandra always wants to be able to motivate Indonesian women and hopes to see more female racers in Indonesia.
Fun Fact
Alexandra’s celebrity crush was F1 driver Fernando Alonso.
Proudest Moments
1st Champion National Karting Championship.
Runner-up Asian Formula Renault 2011.
Muri Award as the first Female Formula Racer in Indonesia in 2007.
RIFDA IRFANALUTHFI, 24
JAKARTA, INDONESIA
Ambitious, disciplined, and strong, Rifda has always wanted to pursue her gymnastic artistic athletic career, she wants to use her deep passion to inspire others and leave a lasting impact on the sport. Rather than accepting defeat, she uses every obstacle and challenge she encounters—such as physical injuries and mental barriers—as fuel to drive her forward, supported by perseverance, dedication, and a strong support system. She strives to lead by example through her work ethic, sportsmanship, and determination. Rifda aspires to make history by becoming the first Indonesian gymnast to win medals at the Paris Olympics 2024.
Fun Fact
If Rifda wasn’t a gymnastic athlete, she thinks she would be a dancer.
Proudest Moments
Won gold at the Southeast Asian Games in Malaysia in 2017.
Achieved a medal at the World Cup in Egypt in 2023 on her favourite apparatus despite fierce competition.
Qualified for the 2024 Olympics in Paris.
DATUK NICOL DAVID, 40
PENANG, MALAYSIA
Brave, kind, and happy, Nicol is widely regarded as one of the best athletes of her sport but she has not allowed that incredible achievement define her. Nicol has taken everything she’s learned, both on and off the court, to encourage and nurture young athletes, using her platform to give back to the community that supported her when she was competing. A firm believer that sport has the power to change lives, Nicol has trained her focus on the Nicol David Organisation through which she runs the Little Legends after-school programme for kids from mid to low income families, providing squash training and English tutoring to help open doors to better opportunities in their future. To Nicol, a good support system is everything, and she continues to work each day to provide that to as many people as she can.
Fun Fact
Nicol would love to pursue art or design and curate an art gallery one day!
Proudest Moments
Sustaining the World No. 1 ranking for nine consecutive years.
Launching the Nicol David Organisation in 2022 in the presence of their Majesties the King and Queen of Malaysia.
Being appointed Malaysia’s Deputy Chef de Mission for the Paris Olympics 2024.
Taking on new roles following her retirement, including being on the board of the National Sports Institute, sharing her story through motivational talks, and getting involved in fashion through various campaigns and events.
NOR 'PHOENIX' DIANA, 24
KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA
Brave, unique, and a disruptor, Nor Diana burst into the pro wrestling scene almost a decade ago with focus, purpose, and discipline. As the first hijabi in her sport, she has had to blaze her own path; pushing past obstacles, drowning out the naysayers, and allowing her inner voice to light the way. As Nor Diana works toward her goal of joining WWE and becoming a global ambassador for hijabis in wrestling, she continues to promote inclusion and women’s empowerment, hoping to create an environment in which everyone feels valued and supported no matter who they are.
Fun Fact
Nor Diana attributes her patience and discipline to learning how to play the violin when she was growing up. She also loves eating Korean BBQ and steamboat!
Proudest Moments
Being named a Forbes 30 under 30 honouree in the Sports and Entertainment category.
Being listed as one of Pro Wrestling Illustrated’s Top 74 Prospects in 2023.
Becoming an ambassador for FitBit.