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First Indian Woman to Race a Ferrari Internationally
- 06 Nov 2025
- 1 min read
Why in News?
Diana Pundole has made history by becoming the first Indian woman to race a Ferrari 296 Challenge car on international circuits.
Key Points
- Diana Pundole is competing in the Ferrari 296 Challenge, a prestigious international one-make racing series featuring the brand’s latest high-performance race car.
- Her participation across Middle Eastern circuits — including Dubai Autodrome and Yas Marina, Abu Dhabi — makes her the first Indian woman to officially race a Ferrari at the global level.
- About the Ferrari 296 Challenge:
- The Ferrari 296 Challenge is the latest model in Ferrari’s Challenge racing series, replacing the 488 Challenge Evo.
- The series runs under Ferrari’s global one-make championship format, featuring professional and gentleman racers from around the world.
