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Rashid Al Dhaheri Achieves Historic Podium in FRECA Season Opener

Rashid Al Dhaheri made history by securing a podium finish in the opening round of the 2025 Formula Regional European Championship by Alpine (FRECA) at Misano. At just 17 years old, he became the first Middle Eastern driver to achieve this feat, marking a significant milestone in his career with the Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS Formula 1 Junior Team.

Our Take:

Al Dhaheri's achievement not only highlights his potential but also symbolizes a positive shift towards more diversity in motorsport. As he continues to develop in the FRECA series, it will be exciting to see how he influences the perception of Middle Eastern drivers in global racing.

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Source: NewsDesk

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