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Rio Haryanto

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Rio Haryanto is an Indonesian racing driver who entered Formula One with Manor Racing in 2016. Formula One described his signing as making him the first Indonesian driver to compete in the championship, and he made his Grand Prix debut at the 2016 Australian Grand Prix. He started the first 12 races of that season, then lost his race seat because of budgetary problems and became Manor's reserve driver for the rest of the year. His record is relevant to Indonesian motorsport and Formula One history.

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Which Formula One team did Rio Haryanto drive for?

Rio Haryanto entered Formula One with Manor Racing in 2016. He became the first Indonesian driver to compete in the championship.

When was Rio Haryanto’s Formula One debut?

Haryanto made his Grand Prix debut at the 2016 Australian Grand Prix. That race marked Indonesia’s first Formula One championship appearance as a driver.

What nationality is Rio Haryanto?

Rio Haryanto is Indonesian. His 2016 Formula One entry was widely noted as a milestone for Indonesian motorsport.

What was significant about Haryanto’s 2016 season?

His Manor Racing seat made him Indonesia’s first Formula One championship driver. He competed during the 2016 season after progressing through lower single-seater racing categories.