Growing Indian Talent has Been our Mission: Sanjay Sharma, JK Motorsports

India's motorsport scene has surged with the Indian Racing Festival (IRF). This event, featuring the Indian Racing League (IRL) and Formula 4 Indian Championship (F4IC), showcases speed and demonstrates India's growing presence in the global motorsport arena. Chennai's new FIA Grade 3 street circuit hosted the country's inaugural night race, a significant milestone. Meanwhile, the F4IC offers young Indian drivers a valuable opportunity to earn Super License points, a crucial step toward competing on the world stage. The increasing quality and opportunities for these young talents are fostering a more competitive and promising motorsport landscape in India, encouraging them to pursue international careers in series like F3 and F2.

During our conversation with Sanjay Sharma, Head of Corporate Communications & Motorsport at JK Tyres, he emphasized the importance of nurturing homegrown talent for the international stage. "Growing Indian talent has been our mission since day one," he said. "We’ve invested all our resources into promoting motorsport in India and supporting Indians in motorsport abroad. While our competitors focus on international events and sponsorships, JK Tyres has dedicated its efforts to building the sport within India. This commitment will continue."

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Indian Racing League: Teams and Machines

The Indian Racing League (IRL) features six city-based franchise teams: Chennai TurboRiders, Goa Aces JA Racing, Speed Demons Delhi, Bangalore Speedsters, Shrachi Rarh Bengal Tigers, and Hyderabad Blackbirds. The competition uses Wolf Thunder GB08 race cars, equipped with Aprilia RSV4 1-litre engines boosted by a turbocharger, generating around 180bhp. In each race, a pair of drivers share a single car, adding a unique team dynamic to the series.

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About JK Motorsport

For over 30 years, JK Tyre Motorsports has been driving Indian racing forward. They've been giving young Indian drivers a chance to shine on the global stage and making Indian motorsport a force to be reckoned with.

From Narain Karthikeyan to Karun Chandhok and beyond, JK Tyre Motorsports has produced some of India's biggest racing stars. They've helped these drivers hone their skills, compete at the highest level, and put India on the motorsport map.

But it's not just about the big names. JK Tyre Motorsports has also been nurturing a whole new generation of Indian racing talent. They've created a platform for young drivers to learn, grow, and achieve their dreams.