After becoming the 2026 FIA Formula 3 Drivers’ Champion, Nigerian-American driver, Ugo Ugochukwu, says he is proud of his Nigerian roots and hopes his success in motorsport can inspire young Africans to pursue their dreams, PUNCH Sports Extra reports.
Ugochukwu, 19, clinched the title in the final race of the season at the new Madring circuit in Madrid on Sunday, finishing second to secure the championship ahead of Britain’s Freddie Slater.
The New York-born driver finished the season with 159 points, 14 ahead of Slater, who ended the race in eighth, while Finland’s Tuukka Taponen finished third in the championship after winning the Feature Race 2.
Speaking to SuperSport after securing the title, Ugochukwu, whose mother is Nigerian fashion model Oluchi Onweagba, said he was particularly proud to represent his Nigerian heritage.
“It’s amazing and I’m super proud of my Nigerian roots on my mum’s side. Every time I can
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