Draft:Humaira Mushtaq
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Humaira Mushtaq (born December 10, 1999, in Kashmir) is an Indian female racing driver. She is the first female professional car racer from Jammu and Kashmir. She is the first woman from her native place[specify] to achieve podium finishes in motorsports, and made history as the first Indian female to compete in the BEC (British Endurance Racing Championship).[1][2]
Early life and education
[edit]Humaira started racing with go-karts, at four years old. Encouraged by her father, she advanced from go-karting to competitive Rotax Karting by the age of six and later moved into single-seater formula and touring car racing. She currently competes in GT, F2, and F3 races.[3]
Humaira comes from an academically focused family, with both parents being medical doctors. She pursued dentistry in accordance with her family's wishes while balancing her dedication to motorsports.[4] Following her father's untimely death when she was 14, Humaira was motivated by his last words encouraging her to pursue racing professionally, a dream he believed in for her.[5]
Challenges and career development
[edit]Humaira faced numerous societal and financial challenges, coming from a conservative Muslim family where women typically did not pursue careers in male-dominated fields like racing. She often competed as the only woman on the track and, in her family, was supported by her mother, who financed her racing under the condition that Humaira also focus on her education.[6]
Her breakthrough came when she joined JK Tyre Motorsports and was mentored by Sanjay Sharma, the head of JK Motorsports,[7] who recognized her talent and sponsored her.[8] This support helped her further develop her skills, leading to several successful seasons in touring car races with MRF Racing, where she won multiple titles.[9]
International career and recognition
[edit]Humaira's achievements led to her obtaining the International Touring Car Competition License (ITCCC) from the FIA,[10] enabling her to compete internationally. In 2023, she joined the British Endurance Championship, where she represented India as the only female and Indian racer. Her performance was praised by the British media, and she earned respect from her team and competitors alike.
Personal philosophy and advocacy
[edit]Humaira has been a vocal advocate for gender equality in motorsports, asserting that racing performance should not be influenced by gender. Her commitment to the sport and consistent track results have allowed her to challenge stereotypes and inspire other women to pursue motorsports.[11]
References
[edit]- ^ "Humaira Mushtaq makes history as first female Indian car racer in British Endurance Championship". Financialexpress. 2023-10-26. Retrieved 2024-10-25.
- ^ "Breaking News: Humaira Mushtaq Makes History as First Female Indian Car Racer in British Endurance Championship. - Buzz Bytes". 2023-10-24. Retrieved 2024-10-25.
- ^ UtkarshClasses. "First Female Indian Car Racer in British Endurance C'ship". Utkarsh Classes. Retrieved 2024-10-25.
- ^ "Turning love for cars into her calling". The Tribune. Retrieved 2024-10-25.
- ^ "Scaling New Heights: Meet Humaira Mushtaq The First Women Formula Car Racer From J&K". Everything Experiential. Retrieved 2024-10-25.
- ^ Kashmiriyat, The (2023-02-14). "25-Year-Old doctor becomes first female formula car racer from JK". The Kashmiriyat. Retrieved 2024-10-25.
- ^ https://www.jktyremotorsport.com/
- ^ Sonawane, Akshay (2022-02-24). "IOS Sports and Entertainment join hands with Humaira Mushtaq". SportsMint Media. Retrieved 2024-10-25.
- ^ "Scaling New Heights: Meet Humaira Mushtaq The First Women Formula Car Racer From J&K". Everything Experiential. Retrieved 2024-10-25.
- ^ WANI, ARIF SHAFI (2023-10-23). "JK Racer Rises in UK: Humaira earns laurels at British Endurance Championship". Greater Kashmir. Retrieved 2024-10-25.
- ^ "Scaling New Heights: Meet Humaira Mushtaq The First Women Formula Car Racer From J&K". Everything Experiential. Retrieved 2024-10-25.