Ajith Kumar Bags Gentleman Driver of the Year Award in Venice

Actor Ajith Kumar has been awarded the 'Gentleman Driver of the Year 2025' award in Venice for his debut season with Ajith Kumar Racing. The award was presented by SRO Motorsports Group, a global leader in GT racing, and is a fitting recognition of Ajith Kumar's passion for car racing. His wife, actress Shalini, expressed her pride on Instagram, calling it an honor to stand beside him during the recognition of his international racing journey.

Shalini shared pictures from the event and wrote, "Honoured to stand beside my husband in Venice, as he is being awarded 'Gentleman Driver of the Year 2025' in honour of entrepreneur and racing driver, the late Philippe Charriol." The award is a testament to Ajith Kumar's hard work and dedication to his craft, both on and off the screen.

Ajith Kumar Racing had a remarkable debut year, participating in four demanding international racing championships and winning several laurels. The team became the first Indian team to race full-time across multiple European and Middle Eastern endurance series and took its first international podium. Ajith Kumar's team has been praised for its humility and dedication, and this award is a well-deserved recognition of their efforts.

In a statement, Ajith Kumar said, "We could write countless stories from this incredible year, but that's for another day. What matters most is that we grew stronger with every lap and every challenge. This is only the beginning." The team has thanked its supporters and fans for their love and encouragement, and is looking forward to the next chapter in their racing journey.