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Young Indian Kart Racer Atiqa Mir Shines on World Stage
28 Nov, 2025
Summary
- Indian U-20 women's football team prepares for AFC U-20 Asian Cup.
- Aditi Ashok is tied 10th after the first day of Spanish Open.
- Atiqa Mir achieves highest-ever finish for a female driver in karting series.
Indian sports are buzzing with activity across multiple disciplines. The U-20 women's football squad is actively preparing for the AFC U-20 Women's Asian Cup 2026, with upcoming friendly matches against Uzbekistan scheduled for late November and early December 2025. Head coach Joakim Alexandersson has selected a 24-member team for these crucial encounters.
In golf, Aditi Ashok has started strongly at the Andalucia Costa del Sol Open de Espana in Malaga, securing a tied 10th position after the first round with a score of 3-under 69. She is closely followed by fellow Indian golfers Avani Prashanth, Hitaashee Bakshi, Pranavi Urs, and Diksha Dagar.
Meanwhile, young racing sensation Atiqa Mir has etched her name in history by achieving the highest-ever qualifying and final position for a female driver in the COTFA international karting series. The 11-year-old narrowly missed a podium finish, securing fourth place in the mini category.
