Date:05/11/2007 URL: http://www.thehindu.com/2007/11/05/stories/2007110557362100.htm

Sport - Racing : Motor

Armaan Ebrahim takes title in China

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SPEED MERCHANT: Armaan Ebrahim drove a good race to triumph in the Formula Renault V6 Asia race in Zuhai, China on Sunday.

CHENNAI: Armaan Ebrahim, the 18-year-old driver from Chennai, triumphed in the Formula Renault V6 Asia race in Zuhai, China.

Starting third in the 20-lap grand race, Armaan took the lead in the first corner and pressed home the advantage. By the tenth lap, he had opened up a six-second lead — a lead he maintained till the chequered flag. Armaan had earlier finished third in the sprint race.

“The grand race was very important for me to do well as I was very keen on matching the pace of the very experienced Yoshimoto (GP 2 driver),” said Armaan.

“It was just perfect! I got a great start and made it to the lead keeping my complete focus on lap-time consistency.”