F2 Saudi Arabian GP: Kush Maini Becomes First Indian to Clinch Pole at Jeddah – News18

Indian racer Kush Maini on Saturday grabbed the pole position in the F2 Saudi Arabian Grand Prix to become the first Indian to achieve the feat.

Maini, who drives for Invicta Racing, has thus remained in contention for a historic F2 title.

Maini currently stands at fifth position in the Formula 2 Drivers’ Championship with 27 points. The table is led by the winner of the first round, Zane Maloney, who has 47 points.

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In fact, Maini had claimed the pole position in the first round itself but he was later disqualified and started the race from the back of the grid due to technical issues.

He eventually finished seventh and was also able to garner points.

(This story has not been edited by News18 staff and is published from a syndicated news agency feed – PTI)