Chennai, The opening leg of the FMSCI Indian National Rally Sprint Championship 2024 is scheduled to take place this weekend on June 1-2 at the Madras International Circuit here.
The first leg of the six-round series will also include new categories like the Veterans Class and Team and Manufacturers Trophy, adding to the inclusivity and vibrancy of the event.
Chennai will serve as the first of two South Zone qualifiers, with more than 75 entries expected across 12 categories.
The top five riders from each zone will advance to the final round, which will conclude in Pune on December 15-16.
Former SJOBA Rally Champion Suhail Ahmed expressed his excitement ahead of the race and said, “The FMSCI Indian National Rally Sprint Championship 2024 is an incredible opportunity for riders to test their skills against the best in the country.“The addition of the rookie training session and the Veterans Class reflects our commitment to inclusivity, growing the game and nurturing talent at all levels. I am thrilled to compete and look forward to an exciting season.”
Former National Road Racing and Sprint Rally champion Rehana Reya echoed Ahmed's views and said, “As a participant in the women's category, I am excited about the new features and opportunities this year's championship brings. The addition of the Team and Manufacturers trophies adds another layer of excitement.
“It is encouraging to see how the championship is evolving to support riders at all skill levels.I can't wait to get on the track and give it my all."
Racing Categories:
Group A: Up to 550 cc (Open Class)
Group A: Up to 550 cc (Privateer Class)
Group B: 131 cc to 165 cc
Group B: 166 cc to 260 cc
Group B: 261 cc to 400 cc
Group B: Bullet Class
Group B: Scooters up to 210 cc
Group B: Women's category
Group B: Senior Group
Group D: Up to 260 cc
Group D: 261 cc to 450 cc
Group B: Up to 260 cc (Local Class)
The first leg of the six-round series will also include new categories like the Veterans Class and Team and Manufacturers Trophy, adding to the inclusivity and vibrancy of the event.
Chennai will serve as the first of two South Zone qualifiers, with more than 75 entries expected across 12 categories.
The top five riders from each zone will advance to the final round, which will conclude in Pune on December 15-16.
Former SJOBA Rally Champion Suhail Ahmed expressed his excitement ahead of the race and said, “The FMSCI Indian National Rally Sprint Championship 2024 is an incredible opportunity for riders to test their skills against the best in the country.“The addition of the rookie training session and the Veterans Class reflects our commitment to inclusivity, growing the game and nurturing talent at all levels. I am thrilled to compete and look forward to an exciting season.”
Former National Road Racing and Sprint Rally champion Rehana Reya echoed Ahmed's views and said, “As a participant in the women's category, I am excited about the new features and opportunities this year's championship brings. The addition of the Team and Manufacturers trophies adds another layer of excitement.
“It is encouraging to see how the championship is evolving to support riders at all skill levels.I can't wait to get on the track and give it my all."
Racing Categories:
Group A: Up to 550 cc (Open Class)
Group A: Up to 550 cc (Privateer Class)
Group B: 131 cc to 165 cc
Group B: 166 cc to 260 cc
Group B: 261 cc to 400 cc
Group B: Bullet Class
Group B: Scooters up to 210 cc
Group B: Women's category
Group B: Senior Group
Group D: Up to 260 cc
Group D: 261 cc to 450 cc
Group B: Up to 260 cc (Local Class)
