[1][2] Other sources incorrectly report that she was born in 1917, in Troyes, Champagne-Ardenne[3] or on 6 December 1906 in Charmont, Aube, France.

Racing drivers Anne-Cécile Itier and Jean Delorme formed the Union Sportive Automobile (USA).

[5]: 87  The USA launched a one-make racing series for women to be held prior to major Grand Prix events.

On 11 June 1939 Simon won the inaugural race in the Championnat féminin de l'Union Sportive Automobile driving a Renault Juvaquatre on the Péronne circuit prior to the running of the Picardy Grand Prix.

[6][7] Simon made two appearances at the 24 Hours of Le Mans endurance race, driving a 2 L Ferrari 166 MM both times.