ATIQA MIR Makes History as First Indian Signed to F1 Academy Driver Program

February 28, 2025

• Ten-year-old ATIQA MIR just rewrote the record books, becoming the first Indian and Asian driver signed to Formula 1 Academy’s Discover Your Drive Program. She’s one of only three drivers worldwide in the mini category to earn this spot, proving that talent recognizes no borders when it’s this undeniable.
• F1 Academy isn’t just throwing her a pat on the head – they’re investing real resources in ATIQA’s development with full financial and technical support covering fitness, driving technique, and mental preparation. She’ll represent the program at the Champions of the Future Academy Championship across six rounds in Europe and the Middle East, starting immediately.
• This signing represents exactly what Susie Wolff meant when she said “we can’t just talk, we need to act.” ATIQA’s journey from Jammu and Kashmir to F1 Academy’s radar shows the program is serious about finding talent everywhere, not just in traditional racing hotbeds. Her recent signing with World Series Karting for a full season proves this isn’t a one-off – she’s building a legitimate racing resume that demands attention.

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