Racing Against Stereotypes: Atiqa Mir's Pursuit of Formula 1

Atiqa Mir, an 11-year-old Indian karting prodigy, is challenging gender norms in the male-dominated world of motorsport. Despite facing challenges and being one of the few girls in the arena, her determination and skill are paving her path towards a potential Formula 1 future.

Atiqa Mir, a young Indian karting sensation, is making waves in the male-dominated world of motorsport. At just 11 years old, she has already faced formidable challenges, competing mainly against boys in a sport where no woman has raced in Formula 1 since 1992.

In a candid interview, Atiqa discussed her journey, marked by determination and an unwavering belief in her abilities. She credits incidents of on-track bullying for sharpening her competitive edge and expressed optimism about her future in motorsport.

In her debut European season, Atiqa achieved a top-nine finish in the highly competitive RMC Euro Trophy. With support from the F1 Academy, she hopes to eventually break into Formula 1, inspired by her role models, Max Verstappen and her father, Asif Mir.

(With inputs from agencies.)