Arhaam Rahaman Becomes First Bangladeshi to Drive and Win in a FIA F4 Car at Mandalika Festival of Speed
ATXR Racing driver secures historic victory at the Mandalika Festival of Speed Round 3 in Indonesia.
Breaking new ground for the nation, ATXR Racing driver Arhaam Rahaman has etched his name into the history books by becoming the very first Bangladeshi to drive an FIA-specification Formula 4 car—and astonishingly, taking it straight to the top step of the podium at the Mandalika Festival of Speed.
A Monumental Milestone in Indonesia
The historic achievement unfolded during Round 3 of the Mandalika Festival of Speed (MFoS), held at the stunning Pertamina Mandalika International Circuit in Indonesia in mid-August 2026. The integrated racing event features some of the fastest machinery pushing drivers to their absolute limits.
Driving a high-performance Ligier F4 car, Arhaam Rahaman represented Bangladesh with incredible pace and precision. As an Automobile Association of Bangladesh (AAB) Academy driver, Arhaam was proudly supported by the AAB to take on this F4 journey. Backed by the esteemed Indonesian team Formula_IDN and with arrangements facilitated by ATXR Motorsports, Arhaam adapted remarkably fast to the formidable downforce and grip of the FIA F4 machine.
Taking the Checkered Flag
Arhaam's dominance culminated in a spectacular P1 finish in his class, alongside an incredibly impressive P3 finish overall in the fiercely competitive Formula 4 and Radical category.
This monumental result officially marks the first time a driver holding a Bangladeshi license has entered a competition in an FIA-specification Formula 4 car, let alone secured a podium finish and a class victory. The flawless performance on the international stage signals a major step forward in his career trajectory as he sets his sights firmly on progressing toward Formula 3.
With this landmark win, Arhaam Rahaman continues to blaze a trail for future generations of Bangladeshi motorsport athletes. Looking ahead, Arhaam eagerly awaits sponsors and investors to support him in his ongoing mission to take Bangladesh further into the global world of motorsports.
Event Sources and Further Reading
Information regarding the Mandalika Festival of Speed (MFoS) and the Formula 4 categories can be followed through local Indonesian motorsport coverages and official team channels:
- Pertamina Mandalika International Circuit Official
- Formula_IDN Official Team Press