VITERBO, ITALY – The Indonesian national anthem once again resounded majestically on the international stage. Talented young Indonesian racer, Qarrar Firhand, achieved a brilliant achievement by dominating the opening round of the 2026 WSK Euro Series, held at the Viterbo International Circuit, Italy, on Thursday (February 12, 2026).
Playing in the OK Final category, the racer, who plays for the Ward Racing team, demonstrated his world-class talent. Qarrar swept to victory in the heats, pre-finals, and culminating in the final.
Extraordinary Achievements on European Tracks
Qarrar was unstoppable, posting impressive times, despite facing the challenges of a slippery track due to rain. Here are the key points of his success:
- Totalization: Finishing first in the Final with a significant time margin of 4.679 seconds ahead of his teammate, Benjamin Manach (Spain).
- Top of the Standings: Thanks to this perfect victory, Qarrar now leads the Euro Series OK Championship standings with a total of 111 points, significantly ahead of his closest German rival, Luke Kornder (55 points).
- Top Speed: He is the only driver to record a lap time in the 1:03.800 range, with a top speed of 100.4 km/h.
Bringing the Nation’s Name to the Global Stage
This victory was not just a trophy for Qarrar, but also concrete proof that Indonesian racers are capable of competing and dominating in the mecca of global motor racing, Europe. The success of flying the Indonesian flag on the top podium in Viterbo is a huge source of inspiration for the Indonesian automotive world, as well as crucial preparation for Qarrar, who will make his debut in British Formula 4 (F4) in the middle of this year.
Appreciation and Gratitude
This extraordinary success is inseparable from the full support of various parties who have continuously accompanied Qarrar’s journey on the international stage. Qarrar Firhand expressed his deep gratitude to his main sponsors:
- Pertamina
- Bank BRI
- Telkomsel
The sincere support from these partners has fueled Qarrar’s enthusiasm to continue striving to bring honor to the nation and realize his dream of reaching Formula 1.
