Singapore, Indian racing sensation Atiqa Mir has received another timely boost to her fast-rising career with her signing by Kart Republic , a team owned by Italian veteran Dino Chiesa, who helped launch the careers of multiple Formula 1 world champions, including Lewis Hamilton.
The long list of Formula 1 drivers, who have worked with KR and Chiesa, includes reigning world champion Lando Norris, George Russell, Oscar Piastri, current championship leader Kimi Antonelli and Arvid Lindblad, among others. Through its Factory Racing Team, it has won more than 25 major international FIA Karting titles, including 15 FIA European Karting Championships and 12 World Championships. KR is a leading manufacturer of racing karts worldwide. Atiqa begins her journey with KR at the FIA World Cup in Italy.
You have to make the right move at the right moment, and don’t forget she is only 11. The girl from Srinagar is aiming to become the first woman to reach Formula 1 since 1992. Earlier in the season, Atiqa had turned heads by outqualifying Mercedes F1 junior Niccolo Perico for pole position in Round 3 of the Champions of the Future Academy series in Italy.
Because she possesses raw speed and could go on to do something special for India, chiesa said his team signed Atiqa.
I’m grateful to everyone who continues to support me, and I can’t wait to get started,” said Atiqa. It is normal to be conservative, but she is someone special,” said Chiesa. “I’m really excited to be joining KR and starting this new chapter. It’s a dream come true for me. I’m looking forward to working with the team, learning as much as possible and pushing myself to become a stronger driver. “I have tracked Atiqa over the last two years. She has shown speed in both mini and big kart. She is one of the best female drivers around. Potentially, she has a big career ahead of her. She can even be better.
