Alex Dunne Claims Historic Maiden F2 Victory in Bahrain

Alex Dunne made history by becoming the first Irish driver to win a race in Formula 2, triumphing in the Sakhir Feature Race after starting from fourth on the grid. The McLaren development driver took the lead on lap seven, finishing 8.2 seconds ahead of British driver Luke Browning. Celebrating with his Rodin Motorsport team, Dunne expressed his disbelief and satisfaction after a challenging sprint race the day before. His victory showcased his potential, having previously won the British F4 title in 2022, and raised questions about his championship prospects in his rookie season. The race featured a strategic battle, with Dunne managing his tires effectively and holding off competition from Browning and Leonardo Fornaroli, who finished second and third, respectively. Dunne's performance not only secured his win but also highlighted the promising future ahead for the young driver.