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Biz Bahrain
13-04-2025
- Automotive
- Biz Bahrain
Martí wins Sakhir Sprint victory
Spanish driver Josep María Martí won the Formula 2 sprint race, held as part of the support events for the Formula 1 Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix 2025, at Bahrain International Circuit (BIC), 'the Home of Motorsport in the Middle East'. Martí took first place after an exciting 23-lap race, finishing in 46 minutes and 24.663 seconds, 0.922 seconds ahead of Dutch driver Richard Verschoor of MP Motorsport. Paraguayan driver Joshua Duerksen of AIX Racing came third, 1.537 seconds behind the winner. Formula 2 action continues on Sunday with the Feature Race, consisting of 32 laps, scheduled to start at 2:25 p.m. at BIC. BNA(R)
Daily Tribune
13-04-2025
- Automotive
- Daily Tribune
Marti Charges Through the Field to Claim F2 Sprint Victory
Pepe Marti delivered a sensational performance in the 2025 Formula 2 Sprint Race at the Bahrain International Circuit, coming from 11th on the grid to take a stunning victory. The Campos Racing driver battled through a chaotic race to finish ahead of Richard Verschoor and Joshua Durksen, with less than a second separating the top two. The race, part of the support action for the Bahrain Grand Prix, featured intense racing and a number of interruptions that shook up the order, including two safety car periods. Beganovic and Durksen Exchange the Lead Dino Beganovic, starting from second, quickly found himself in the thick of the action, passing pole-sitter Joshua Durksen on lap 11 after a bold move into Turn 4. However, Durksen wasn't finished, and a safety car restart on lap 18 allowed him to retake the lead from Beganovic. As the race approached its final stages, Marti showed his racecraft, making crucial overtakes to move into second on lap 22. In the final lap, he made his move on Durksen, powering past to take the lead and the win. A Tumultuous Race with Safety Cars and Strategic Pitting The race was far from straightforward, with multiple incidents bringing out the safety car. Sebastian Montoya triggered the first safety car on the opening lap, spinning out of contention at Turn 8, and Max Esterson's retirement on lap 16 brought out a second safety car, further complicating the race. Several drivers used the interruption to pit for fresh tyres, setting up a dramatic sprint to the finish. Full Results – F2 Bahrain Sprint Race Pepe Marti (Campos Racing) Richard Verschoor (MP Motorsport) Joshua Durksen (AIX Racing) Dino Beganovic (Hitech TGR) Oliver Goethe (MP Motorsport) Arvid Lindblad (Campos Racing) Rafael Villagomez (Van Amersfoort Racing) Gabriele Mini (Prema Racing) Leonardo Fornaroli (Invicta Racing) Ritomo Miyata (ART Grand Prix) The Rest of the Field Luke Browning (Hitech TGR) Amaury Cordeel (Rodin Motorsport) Jak Crawford (DAMS Lucas Oil) Sami Meguetounif (Trident) Victor Martins (ART Grand Prix) Roman Stanek (Invicta Racing) Kush Maini (DAMS Lucas Oil) John Bennett (Van Amersfoort Racing) Alex Dunne (Rodin Motorsport) Cian Shields (AIX Racing) Retirements: Max Esterson (Trident) Sebastian Montoya (Prema Racing) After a frenetic race, the F2 field will look to regroup for the remainder of the weekend, with the 2025 season set to deliver more excitement in the coming rounds.
Daily Tribune
13-04-2025
- Sport
- Daily Tribune
F3: Tsolov ties all-time record in Bahrain Sprint showdown
Nikola Tsolov powered to his fourth FIA Formula 3 victory, holding off a fierce late challenge from rookie Freddie Slater to win the Sakhir Sprint Race under the desert sun. Starting fifth on the grid, the Bulgarian Red Bull junior made quick work of the field, overtaking polesitter Joshua Dufek by Lap 9 to move into second. What followed was a multi-lap tactical scrap with AIX Racing's Slater, who had taken the lead early on. Tsolov eventually made the decisive move down the inside at Turn 1 and resisted mounting pressure from Slater—particularly after a late Safety Car restart—to seal the win and match the all-time record for F3 victories. Ferrari junior Tuukka Taponen grabbed third for ART Grand Prix, earning his maiden podium in the category. Behind him, Callum Voisin took fourth for Rodin Motorsport, while Martinius Stenshorne of Hitech TGR rounded out the top five. MP Motorsport teammates Tim Tramnitz and Alessandro Giusti finished sixth and seventh, with DAMS Lucas Oil's Christian Ho crossing the line in eighth to become the first Singaporean to score points in Formula 3. TRIDENT's Charlie Wurz and Noah Stromsted completed the top ten, while their teammate Rafael Camara battled back to P12 after a sluggish start. The Brazilian will start from pole in the Feature Race, scheduled for 12:55 local time.
Mid East Info
14-03-2025
- Automotive
- Mid East Info
AIX Racing becomes first team to compete under the UAE flag in FIA Formula 2 and 3 - Middle East Business News and Information
The team is committed to delivering world-class performances and establishing itself as a force to be reckoned with in the sport. AIX Racing has made a significant stride in the world of motorsport by becoming the first team to compete under the United Arab Emirates (UAE) flag in both FIA Formula 2 and Formula 3. This historic achievement marks a new chapter for UAE motorsport, as AIX Racing proudly represents the nation on the global stage. The team, founded by AIX Investment Group, is committed to delivering world-class performances and establishing itself as a force to be reckoned with in the sport. AIX Racing's dedication to innovation, cutting-edge technology, and excellence is at the heart of their ambition to compete at the highest level. 'This is a moment of immense pride for our team and for UAE motorsport,' said Morne Reinecke, team principal of AIX Racing and director of AIX Investment Group. 'To be the first team to race under the UAE flag is an incredible honour, and we are determined to make this journey memorable. We have assembled a highly skilled team, and we are ready to showcase our talent on the international stage.' AIX Racing was built on a foundation of innovation, resilience, and passion. With strong strategic partnerships and a clear vision for long-term success, the team is confident in its ability to make a lasting impact in both Formula 2 and Formula 3, with plans to progress into the elite levels of motorsport. As the team embarks on this exciting journey, AIX Racing invites fans, partners, and motorsport enthusiasts to celebrate this groundbreaking achievement. Together, they aim to elevate UAE motorsport to new heights and inspire the next generation of racers in the region.
Khaleej Times
14-03-2025
- Automotive
- Khaleej Times
AIX Racing becomes first team to compete under the UAE flag in FIA Formula 2 and 3
AIX Racing has made a significant stride in the world of motorsport by becoming the first team to compete under the United Arab Emirates (UAE) flag in both FIA Formula 2 and Formula 3. This historic achievement marks a new chapter for UAE motorsport, as AIX Racing proudly represents the nation on the global stage. The team, founded by AIX Investment Group, is committed to delivering world-class performances and establishing itself as a force to be reckoned with in the sport. AIX Racing's dedication to innovation, cutting-edge technology, and excellence is at the heart of their ambition to compete at the highest level. "This is a moment of immense pride for our team and for UAE motorsport," said Morne Reinecke, team principal of AIX Racing and director of AIX Investment Group. "To be the first team to race under the UAE flag is an incredible honour, and we are determined to make this journey memorable. We have assembled a highly skilled team, and we are ready to showcase our talent on the international stage." AIX Racing was built on a foundation of innovation, resilience, and passion. With strong strategic partnerships and a clear vision for long-term success, the team is confident in its ability to make a lasting impact in both Formula 2 and Formula 3, with plans to progress into the elite levels of motorsport. As the team embarks on this exciting journey, AIX Racing invites fans, partners, and motorsport enthusiasts to celebrate this groundbreaking achievement. Together, they aim to elevate UAE motorsport to new heights and inspire the next generation of racers in the region.
