Pastor Maldonado

High school (ages 12+)
Sports & Games

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1. When was Pastor Maldonado born?March 9, 1985
2. Where was Pastor Maldonado born?Maracay, Aragua, Venezuela
3. What is Pastor Maldonado known for?Winner of the 2012 Spanish Grand Prix
4. What is the formula one debut?2011 with Williams
5. What is the formula one career span?2011-2015
6. Who is Pastor Maldonado?Pastor Maldonado is a Venezuelan race car driver who raced in Formula One and won a big race in Spain.

Formula One (F1): The highest class of international single-seater auto racing, governed by the Fédération Internationale de l'Automobile (FIA).
GP2 Series: A junior single-seater racing championship designed to serve as a stepping stone to Formula One, known for its competitive field.
Spanish Grand Prix: An annual motor race held in Spain, recognized as one of the historic and prestigious events on the Formula One World Championship calendar.
FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC): A global motorsport championship featuring endurance races, testing driver stamina, team strategy, and vehicle reliability over extended periods.