Atiqa, the first Indian to be backed by Formula 1 Academy, qualified second overall among the wildcard entries. In the round held as a prelude to the high stakes FIA European Championship here this weekend, Atiqa got much needed track time for an invaluable experience. Atiqa qualified for the all-important Super Heats and finished 21st on road but got another penalty for an aggressive overtake. Atiqa’s father Asif Mir, who is India’s first national karting champion, said the weekend was good preparation for the FIA round starting in couple of days. Atiqa lost places due to inexperience on this track compared to others, but now she feels prepared for the FIA event here next week.