Young Indian racer Jehan Daruvala created history by winning the New Zealand Grand Prix 2017 at the Chris Amon Circuit.
With the win, Jehan became the first and only Indian to win a Grand Prix in motorsport and has joined the ranks of Grand Prix winners including Keke Rosberg, Bruce Mclaren, John Surtees and Sir Jackie Stewart.
Jehan earned the pole position in the Race 1 of the Toyota Racing Series as well as in the New Zealand GP.
This GP is the only other Grand Prix aside from the Macau Grand Prix in motorsport outside Formula 1 and hence is a prestigious event for all racers.
Comprising 35 laps, the race was longest of the season.
Jehan Daruvala: Know More- Jehan Daruvala is an Indian racing driver, currently competing in the European Formula 3 Championship with Carlin.
- Born: 1 October 1998 Mumbai
- Current team: Carlin Motorsport