Atiqa Mir: Breaking Barriers in UAE Karting
Atiqa Mir, a 10-year-old racing prodigy from India, made history by becoming the first female to win a race in the Minimax category in UAE karting. Her victory at the Dubai Kartdrome was against a competitive field of seasoned European drivers, marking a significant milestone in her racing career.
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Indian racing sensation Atiqa Mir has made history in UAE karting by becoming the first female to win a race in the Minimax category. At only 10 years old, Mir outpaced a competitive field of 14 drivers, including experienced European champions, to claim a commanding victory from pole position.
The landmark achievement took place at the DAMC Championship opener at the Dubai Kartdrome, where Mir's performance redefined possibilities for women in motorsport. Recognised for her talent earlier this year, she was signed by Formula 1 for its F1 Academy DYD program, making her the first Indian to join the initiative.
Heading to Slovakia for her next challenge, Mir hails from a lineage of racers and is inspired by F1 world champion Max Verstappen. Her ultimate dream is to escalate to the highest echelons of motorsport.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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