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Controversial F1 driver saved 12-year-old from fire

Pastor Maldonado, the Venezuelan racer, achieved a remarkable triumph at the 2012 Spanish Grand Prix, securing his first and only Formula 1 race victory.  However, his feat was overshadowed by a significant incident that unfolded on the same day, demonstrating his heroism off the track. Maldonado had faced harsh criticism after a lackluster debut season in Formula 1, with only one point to his name.  Many dismissed him as a mere pay driver. Yet, during the Barcelona race weekend 11 years ago, he silenced his critics in emphatic fashion.  Want to work in Formula 1? Browse the latest F1 job vacancies The season had commenced with seven different drivers winning the first seven...
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