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B.C. teen becomes first woman ever to win US Formula 3 racing title

At 17, Comox Valley driver Nicole Havrda is chasing her dream of a spot on the F1 circuit

On Oct. 25, Nicole Havrda crossed the last finish line of the season at Califonia’s Buttonwillow Raceway Park. At that exact moment, the young woman knew she was soon to be the crowned winner of this year’s championship.

At 17, Nicole Havrda is the first female to ever win the Formula Pro USA Western FR Championship.

Racing all across California, she competed against four other experienced racers throughout the season.

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Olivier Laurin

About the Author: Olivier Laurin

Olivier is a bilingual multimedia journalist from Montréal, Québec. He possesses a deep curiosity and a passion for exploring the connections between people and their communities.
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