Pastor Maldonado
Venezuelan Formula One driver
Competed in Formula One from 2011 to 2015, representing teams such as Williams and Lotus. Achieved a historic win at the 2012 Spanish Grand Prix, marking the first victory for a Venezuelan driver in the series. Before Formula One, participated in GP2 and secured the 2010 GP2 championship. Also competed in various other racing series.
Won the 2012 Spanish Grand Prix
Secured the 2010 GP2 championship
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