Joshua Duerksen piloted AIX Racing to victory in the Baku Sprint Race, held this weekend, a media release from the group said.
Starting from P4, Joshua Duerksen displayed exceptional skill and strategic driving to conquer the challenging Baku City Circuit, making it the first-ever Formula 2 victory for him. This win marks a personal milestone for the Paraguayan driver as well as the first-ever Formula 2 win for his home country. Since AIX Investment Group took full acquisition of the team in May, this marks the second win and the first in the Middle East, a huge milestone for the group.
Duerksen's victory is the second one for AIX Racing this season, following Taylor Barnard's triumph in Monaco. The Baku win is a testament to the unwavering dedication and talent of both Duerksen and the entire AIX Racing team, says the group.
To commemorate his triumph, Duerksen and his team alongside AIX Racing Team Principle Morne Reinecke, presented a personalized National Paraguayan football team shirt to the FIA President, Mohammed Ben Sulayem. The gesture was a heartfelt tribute to his home country and a recognition of the support he has received throughout his racing career and into the first race back in the Middle East.
The triumph of resilience
According to the release, the scorching Baku heat presented a formidable challenge for all teams and drivers. However, AIX Racing remained undeterred. Duerksen's strong P7 grid position in the Feature set the stage for an exceptional performance in the final race on Sunday, where he brought back an additional 8 points to the team bringing them up in the standings for a promising finish to the season. His victory showcased AIX Racing's commitment to excellence and strategic race planning, it said.
Building on success
The Baku weekend solidifies AIX Racing's position as a major contender in the Formula 2 championship, and Duerksen's win brings immense pride to the team and further fuels their drive for success in the remaining races, the group said.
