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The MECO-FMSCI National Karting Championship Rotax Max Classes saw exceptional performances from young racers across different categories. Rohaan Madesh from Bengaluru showcased remarkable skills in the Senior Max category, successfully defending his top position. Coimbatore's Shiv Neel delivered a stunning double victory in the Micro Max class, demonstrating exceptional racing prowess. The event highlighted the emerging talent in Indian karting, with multiple drivers from different cities proving their mettle on the track.

Key Points: Rohaan Madesh Shiv Neel Triumph at National Karting Championship

  • Rohaan Madesh wins Senior Max category with strategic defense
  • Shiv Neel achieves double victory in Micro Max class
  • Eshanth Vengatesan capitalizes on Junior Max race incident
  • Rivaan Dev Preetam secures impressive Mini Max Finals win
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Double delight for Rohaan Madesh, Shiv Neel at National Karting Championship

Bengaluru's Rohaan Madesh and Coimbatore's Shiv Neel secure impressive victories in MECO-FMSCI National Karting Championship Rotax Max Classes

"A brilliant drive to top the Senior Max category - Race Commentator"

Coimbatore, July 14

Bengaluru's Rohaan Madesh (Peregrine Racing) came up with a brilliant drive to top the Senior Max category in the first round of the MECO-FMSCI National Karting Championship Rotax Max Classes at the CoASTT circuit here.

Also topping their respective classes were a trio of MSPORT team drivers, Chennai's Eshanth Vengatesan in the Junior Max, Rivaan Dev Preetam, also from Chennai, in the Mini Max and Shiv Neel from Coimbatore who notched a double by winning the Pre-Finals and Finals races in the Micro Max.

Rohaan Madesh's skills were put to acid test in the Finals as he stoutly defended his P1 spot despite close attention from Mumbai's Aahil Mecklai (Rayo Racing) who had to settle for second place ahead of Bengalurean Rishon Rajeev (Birel Art India). Having also won the Pre-Finals earlier, Rohaan, thus, completed a fine double. Incidentally, the Senior Max attracted Asia's biggest grid of 34 drivers.

Meanwhile, Eshanth Vengatesan benefitted after front-runners Pune's Arafath Sheikh (Crest Motorsports) and Rayo Racing's Kiaan Shah from Mumbai, who had earlier won the Pre-Finals, collided midway through the 14-lap Junior Max Finals.

Vengatesan capitalised on the incident to move from P3 to P1 and went on to clinch victory ahead of Sheikh while Bengaluru's Rishik Rohit Reddy (MSPORT) delivered a stunning third place after starting the race from 16th on the grid, but subsequently received a five-second "bumper" penalty which pushed him to fourth while elevating Bengaluru's Thimmaiah Yohan (Peregrine Racing) to third.

Rivaan Dev Preetam made amends for his disappointing Pre-Final performance to snatch a fine win in the Mini Max Finals after jumping into the lead in the very first lap. Rivaan, who had finished third in the Pre-Final race earlier today, never looked back for a comfortable victory while behind him Faridabad's Yatharth Gaur (Leapfrog Racing), winner of the Pre-Finals race, finished second, ahead of Mumbai's Hamza Balasinorwala (Crest Motorsports).

Earlier, in the Pre-Finals, Yatharth Gaur pulled off a fine win over favourite Rivaan Dev Preetham who couldn't defend his pole position and yielded to pressure after leading till the 11th lap, to eventually finish third. Hamza Balasinorwala also moved past Rivaan to finish second.

Local lad Shiv Neel, off to a cracker of a start, comfortably won the Micro Max Finals from the Bengaluru duo and Peregrine Racing team-mates, Zidaan Arshaan Anees and Shiv Thummala who survived a close mid-grid battle. Shiv Neel completed a double, having won the incident-filled Pre-Finals that was reduced to nine laps with the race winner, Shiv Thummala copping a 12-second penalty for exceeding track limits.

- IANS

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Priya N
The article could have included more details about the female participants. While the racing was exciting, we need to encourage more girls in motorsports. Still, congratulations to all winners! 👏
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Aditya G
Rohaan Madesh's defense of P1 was masterclass! The Senior Max category had 34 drivers - that's more competitive than some international events. Indian motorsport is coming of age. More corporate sponsors should come forward.
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Shweta Y
As a motorsports fan, I'm thrilled but the coverage needs improvement. Why no live streaming? Many of us would happily pay to watch these exciting races. FMSCI should work on making it more accessible to fans.
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Vikram M
Great to see talent from across India - Bengaluru, Chennai, Coimbatore, Mumbai all represented. This is what unity in diversity looks like! Special mention to Rishik Reddy's amazing climb from 16th to 3rd before penalty. What a drive!
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Nikhil C
The penalties seem quite harsh - 12 seconds for track limits in Micro Max? These are kids learning the sport. Maybe the officials should focus more on guidance than punishment at this level. Otherwise, great event!
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Kavya N
So proud of our young champions

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