Aghakhani’s previous top speed was 195 mph, but
he was determined to break the double-century
barrier in Colorado before a sizable gathering of
spectators. Many in the crowd were understandably surprised at his tender age, especially
knowing the responsibility of handling such a
powerful and expensive ride, however, his father,
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Armik, had all the confidence in the world as he
waited near the finish line with walkie-talkie in
hand, ready to relay the hopefully good news.
It came as expected when Aghakhani ran through
the traps at 202 mph, quite possibly making him
the fastest 13 year old in the country and certainly
one of the fastest in the world. Despite F1 aspirations of his own, for now Aghakhani says he’ll
concentrate on schoolwork. Regardless, it already
seems apparent he’s destined to continue learning even more about the science of speed.
PHOTOS: DANIEL SCHENKELBERG
200-MPH TEEN