India, Aug. 16 -- For Indian racing driver Kush Maini, the path to the pinnacle of motorsport has never been clearer. Currently balancing a fiercely competitive Formula 2 campaign with reserve driver duties for Alpine in Formula 1 and Mahindra Racing in Formula E, the 25-year-old is driving with renewed purpose.

With just five races remaining in the F2 season, he is focused on turning his raw pace into the ultimate prize - a seat in F1. "For me, Formula 1 is my goal. It's my dream," Maini said here on Saturday, reflecting on a season that has yielded two pole positions, two fastest laps, three podiums, and one win.

Despite feeling that his overall results haven't entirely reflected his speed, he remains optimistic about his trajectory. ...