Diana Pundole Delivers Back-to-Back Podium with P2 in Qatar
Diana Pundole delivered another commanding performance on the international stage, securing P2 at the Lusail International Circuit in Al Daayen, Qatar. Competing in the latest round of the Club Challenge, Diana demonstrated composure and competitive maturity on one of the region’s most demanding and high-speed circuits, reinforcing her growing presence in international motorsport.
Reflecting on the weekend, Diana said, “I thought Jeddah tested my limits but, PHEW!!! Lusail International Circuit sure is a wild one!! I kept pushing myself beyond what I thought were my limits, finding time where I genuinely believed there was none left to find.” Her pace progression was particularly striking - dropping from a 2:05 to a 1:58 within a single day - a testament to rapid adaptation, technical feedback, coaching input, and her commitment to trusting the process.
Closing the weekend with another P2 finish, Diana leaves Qatar with renewed confidence and momentum. “Dropping from a 2:05 to a 1:58 says everything about this weekend’s Challenge, the track layout, the coaching and the importance of trusting the process. Finishing with a P2 with a grateful heart and new and improved motivation.” With consecutive podium finishes, she continues to prove her ability to push limits and extract performance under pressure on the international stage.