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Time of India
25-05-2025
- Automotive
- Time of India
Indian national anthem echoes at Monte Carlo as Kush Maini makes history with F2 Sprint win at Monaco GP
Kush Maini (Video grab) Indian motorsport witnessed a proud moment on Saturday as Kush Maini etched his name in history, becoming the first Indian to win a Formula 2 race at Monaco. Driving for DAMS Lucas Oil, Maini delivered a flawless, lights-to-flag performance to clinch the Sprint Race victory on the iconic streets of Monte Carlo. The win marked Maini's maiden F2 triumph and his first podium finish of the season — one that couldn't have come at a more prestigious venue. Starting from pole courtesy of the reverse grid rule (having qualified 10th for the feature race), the BWT Alpine F1 reserve driver made a solid getaway and held his nerve across 30 high-pressure laps. Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW! An emotional Maini stood atop the podium, singing the Indian national anthem as it played across Monaco's legendary street circuit. 'P1 and first Indian to win at Monaco. It's a great honour and dream come true really. We keep believing,' said Maini, thanking DAMS and his long-time supporters after the win. WATCH: In the pit lane, Indian business magnate Gautam Singhania was seen celebrating with the 24-year-old, underlining the continued support from JK Racing and TVS Racing — the two entities that have backed Maini since his junior racing days. Shubman Gill story: From a remote village near the border to India's Test captain Having endured a challenging start to the 2025 F2 season, this win comes as a timely boost. Maini now shifts focus to Sunday's feature race and will aim to carry his momentum to Barcelona next weekend. Get IPL 2025 match schedules , squads , points table , and live scores for CSK , MI , RCB , KKR , SRH , LSG , DC , GT , PBKS , and RR . Check the latest IPL Orange Cap and Purple Cap standings.
The Hindu
24-05-2025
- Automotive
- The Hindu
F2: Kush Maini makes history with Sprint Race victory at iconic Monaco GP
Kush Maini won the Formula 2 Sprint Race at the Monaco Grand Prix to become the first Indian to achieve the feat at the hallowed track on Saturday. Maini claimed his first F2 victory of the season and his first podium with Dams Lucas Oil, making him the first Indian to win at one of the most prestigious tracks in the world. Having started from pole, the BWT Alpine F1 team reserve driver capitalised on a strong start, showing control and precision. Maini qualified P10 for the feature race on Sunday, which made him the pole sitter for Saturday's Sprint Race with the reverse grid system. Having had a solid start at lights out, the Dams driver enjoyed all 30 laps of the race as the race leader. Also read | Monaco GP qualifying: Norris puts McLaren on pole; Hamilton and Verstappen in fourth, fifth 'P1 and first Indian to win at Monaco. It's a great honour and dream come true really. I want to thank DAMS and everyone who's supported me. We keep believing,' said Maini. Having endured a tough start to the 2025 season, the Monaco win came at the right time to boost his confidence and performance.
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Business Standard
24-05-2025
- Automotive
- Business Standard
Kush Maini creates history, becomes first Indian to win Formula 2 race
Kush Maini etched his name in the record books on Saturday (May 24), becoming the first Indian to win a Formula 2 race at the iconic Monaco Grand Prix. Driving for Dams Lucas Oil, Maini triumphed in the Sprint Race with a composed and clinical performance from start to finish. The victory marks a significant milestone for Indian motorsport and comes at a time when Maini has been working hard to turn around a challenging 2025 season. As a reserve driver for the BWT Alpine F1 team, the 24-year-old showcased maturity beyond his years, converting a reverse-grid pole position into a dominant win at one of motorsport's most legendary venues. The triumph gives him much-needed momentum heading into Sunday's Feature Race and the upcoming rounds. From P10 to P1 – Maini grabs Monaco moment Maini began the Sprint Race on pole thanks to the reverse-grid rule after qualifying 10th for the Feature Race. He made the most of his front-row start, pulling away cleanly at lights out and holding the lead through all 30 laps on Monaco's unforgiving street circuit. The narrow layout of the circuit demands perfection, and Maini delivered just that—driving with surgical precision and remaining unflustered under pressure. 'Dream come true,' says emotional Maini Speaking after his historic victory, an emotional Maini called the win a 'dream come true' and credited his team for their unwavering support. He expressed gratitude to Dams Lucas Oil and all those who have backed him through the highs and lows of his journey. 'We kept believing, and it paid off,' he shared during the podium ceremony as the Indian national anthem echoed through Monaco. Backed by Indian motorsport stalwarts Notably present at the circuit was Indian business magnate Gautam Singhania, who congratulated Maini in the pit lane post-race. Singhania's JK Racing, along with TVS Racing, has been instrumental in Maini's development over the years. Their long-standing support has helped the Bengaluru-born racer steadily rise through the ranks of international motorsport. Eyes set on Barcelona after Monaco glory With the monkey off his back and a maiden F2 win now in his pocket, Maini will look to carry this form into Sunday's Feature Race, where he starts from 10th. The focus will then shift to Barcelona next weekend, where consistency and momentum could help him climb the championship standings. For now, Maini's Monaco masterclass stands as a proud moment for Indian motorsport—one that could inspire a new generation of racers.
