Quick Info
| Profession | Kart Racing Driver |
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| Nationality | Indian |
| Date of Birth | 01/01/2014 |
| Age | 12 years |
| Birthplace | Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir, India |
Latest News about Atiqa Mir
Atiqa Mir made an impressive debut in the FIA European Championship, securing a sixth-place finish in Race 2 at the event in Valencia, Spain. The 11-year-old received a wildcard entry for the second round and faced some of the world’s best karting drivers in what is regarded as the pinnacle of the sport.
Atiqa Mir made history by finishing third overall in the final of the opening round of the Champions of the Future Academy (COTFA) karting series in Europe, becoming the first Indian to secure a podium finish in the European leg of the series. The 11-year-old, racing in the OKNJ junior category, delivered strong performances despite penalties and setbacks during the weekend.
Atiqa Mir became the first Indian to set the second-fastest time in qualifying for the WSK Super Master Karting Series OKNJ junior class in Italy, narrowly missing pole position by just 0.1 seconds with a lap of 49.76 seconds. She was the only female driver on a grid of 37 experienced male drivers and achieved P2 on her debut in this class.
Atiqa Mir was selected as the first Indian and Asian female racer for the Formula 1 Academy's 'Discover Your Drive' development programme. Coverage described the selection as a major recognition of her karting progress and her rising status in international motorsport.
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Bio/Wiki
| Full Name | Atiqa Asif Mir |
|---|---|
| Other Name | Atiqa Nazir Mir |
| Known for | Being the world’s highest-ranked female kart racer in the FIA International Kart Ranking (IKR) as of 2026; first Indian and Asian female racer selected for the Formula 1 Academy's 'Discover Your Drive' development programme; first Indian to secure a podium finish in the European leg of the Champions of the Future Academy (COTFA) karting series |
Physical Stats & More
| Eye Colour | Black |
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| Hair Colour | Black |
Educational Qualification(s)
| School | GEMS Jumeirah Primary School, Dubai |
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Personal Life
| Religion | Islam |
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| Food Habit | Non-vegetarian |
Family
| Father | Asif Nazir Mir (entrepreneur, India's first national karting champion, a former Formula Asia racer) |
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| Mother | Shazia Mir |
| Siblings | She is the only child of her parents. |
Career
| Championship(s) | Vice-Champion, UAE IAME National Championship (2023, Mini R); Vice-Champion, UAE IAME National Championship (2022, Mini R) |
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| Win(s) | 1 (RMCIT Le Mans 2024) |
| Podiums | 3rd overall, Champions of the Future Academy (COTFA) opening round final (March 2026, Europe) |
| Qualifying Records | P2 in qualifying, WSK Super Master Karting Series OKNJ class (January 2026, Italy); first Indian to achieve P2 on debut in this class |
| Race Finishes | 6th place, Race 2, FIA European Championship Karting (May 2026, Valencia, Spain) |
| Programs | Iron Dames Young Talent Programme (selected 2024); Formula 1 Academy 'Discover Your Drive' (selected 2025); Champions of the Future Academy (COTFA) (2026) |
| Team | Modena Racing Team (2026 WSK season) |
Favourites
| Food | Biryani |
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| F1 Driver | Max Verstappen |
Social Media
| https://www.instagram.com/atiqa.asifmir/ | |
| https://www.facebook.com/profile.php |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Atiqa Mir was born in Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir, India. | |
| 2. She shifted with her parents from India to Dubai at an early age. | |
| 3. Initially, Atiqa Mir began racing electric karts as a recreational activity. | |
| 4. Her father, Asif Nazir Mir, is her role model, who supported her racing career. | |
| 5. As a kid, she liked playing with Lightning McQueen cars, which she considered her hero. | |
| 6. In 2022, she became the vice-champion in the Mini R category of the UAE IAME National Karting Championship. | |
| 7. In 2025, she started training at the Babyrace Driver Academy in Italy and competed in the World Series Karting (WSK) Championships. | |
| 8. In June 2026, she achieved first place in the Champions of the Future Academy Race, organized in Thessaloniki, Greece. | |
| 9. She has been featured on the cover of various magazines and tabloids. | |
| 10. Atiqa Mir follows a rigorous daily routine focused on training and school. | |
| 11. She was selected as the first Indian and Asian female racer for the Formula 1 Academy’s 'Discover Your Drive' development programme. | |
| 12. In March 2026, she became the first Indian to secure a podium finish (3rd overall) in the European leg of the Champions of the Future Academy (COTFA) karting series. | |
| 13. In January 2026, she became the first Indian to set the second-fastest time in qualifying for the WSK Super Master Karting Series OKNJ class, narrowly missing pole position by 0.1 seconds. | |
| 14. In May 2026, she made her FIA European Championship debut, finishing 6th in Race 2 in Valencia, Spain. | |
| 15. She joined the world championship-winning Modena Racing Team for the 2026 WSK season. | |
| 16. In 2024, she became the only Asian driver selected for the Iron Dames Young Talent Programme. |