07/06/2026
After 6 incredible years in Ministocks, it’s time to close this chapter and look back on what has been one of the biggest parts of my life.
Honestly, I never expected six years to go by so fast. It feels like only yesterday I was climbing into a Ministock for the first time, and now I’m looking back on a journey that has shaped such a big part of who I am. Those six years have been filled with road trips, race meetings, highs and lows, lifelong friendships, unforgettable memories, and opportunities that I’ll always be grateful for.
When I first got into speedway, I thought I was just starting a sport. What I didn’t realise was that I was joining a community that would become a second family. Speedway has given me so much more than trophies and results. It has introduced me to some incredible people, taught me valuable life lessons, and given me experiences that many people never get the chance to have. It is a community that I am incredibly proud to be a part of.
Over the years I’ve travelled all over the North Island, spent countless weekends at race tracks, celebrated wins, learned from losses, and made memories that will stay with me forever. While I’m proud of what I’ve achieved on the track, it’s the people and experiences behind it all that I’ll cherish the most.
To everyone who has been part of my journey, whether you’ve helped in the pits, raced alongside me, supported from the grandstands, sponsored me, or simply cheered me on from afar, thank you. Every single person has played a part in making these six years so special.
A huge thank you to all of my sponsors who believed in me and helped make this journey possible:
• Clayton Automotive
• YBSlow Race Engines
• Life Tech
• Pro Cote
• Belair Mitzi
• Safe Store
• BNT
• Davies Tyres
• Bus Tech
• Rush Sim Racing
• Welding Technology
• Cattle Chassis
• Base Up
• Sportsweb Photography
• Pakaranga Transport
• Tintricks
• Bolt Link
A special thank you to the Gribbs family, Codi, Aunty Laura, Nana Vick, Gonzo, Steven Pattle, Shannon, Poppa and Grandad. Thank you for the support, advice, encouragement, and for always being there throughout the journey.
Most importantly, thank you Mum and Dad.
Looking back now, I realise just how much this opportunity meant to me. The countless kilometres travelled, the late nights in the shed, the early mornings, the weekends spent at race tracks, and the sacrifices you both made so I could do what I loved never went unnoticed. You gave me the chance to spend six years doing something I was passionate about, making memories and friendships that will last a lifetime. No trophy or result could ever compare to that. I am incredibly lucky and grateful to have had parents willing to put so much into helping me chase my dreams, and I will never be able to thank you enough for everything you’ve done.
Some of the highlights from my Ministock career include:
🏁 MIP Tier 1 Qualifier
🏁 Gisborne 1200cc Qualifier
🏁 3rd King of the Park
🏁 Most Spectacular Driver
🏁 1st Ministock Invasion Girls
🏁 1st Best Pairs FOS
🏁 1st Girl MIP Seniors
🏁 MIP Reps Choice
🏁 3rd Baypark
🏁 2nd Future of Speedway Girls
🏁 Oceanview 5000 Qualifier
🏁 1st Best Pairs Futures
🏁 1st MIP Girl Juniors
🏁 10th MIP Seniors
🏁 Ministock Minties Moment
🏁 Taipa Queen of the Clay
While I’m proud of these achievements, what I’ll remember most are the friendships, the laughs in the pits, the long trips away, the people I’ve met along the way, and the feeling of being part of something bigger than just racing.
To every competitor, crew member, official, sponsor, supporter, and friend I’ve met over the past six years, thank you for making speedway feel like home.
Although my time in Ministocks has come to an end, my speedway journey isn’t over yet. I’m excited for what’s next and grateful to have so many amazing people behind me.
I hope all of my sponsors continue to support me in my next adventure, with some exciting news coming soon. I’m also incredibly grateful to welcome new sponsors on board, including R & L Beale.
Thank you to everyone who has been part of this chapter. These six years have given me memories I’ll carry with me forever, friendships that will last a lifetime, and experiences I’ll never forget.
Excited for the next chapter- Tiana🫡
