Sri Lankan Teenagers Podium at Indian National Car Racing Championship
· Sports · Sportstar, NDTV Sports
Sri Lankan racing drivers Kaveen Rajapaksa and Aadam Junaid secured podium finishes during the second round of the CTR-JK Tyre FMSCI Indian National Car Racing Championship 2026. The event took place at the Kari Motor Speedway in Coimbatore, where the duo competed in the Levitas Cup category. Sixteen-year-old Rajapaksa claimed the top spot on the rookies' podium, while Junaid finished in second place. Both drivers are gaining experience in the Indian circuit after starting their careers in karting in Colombo.
Why it matters
The success of these young drivers in a national-level Indian championship highlights the growing integration of South Asian talent in regional motorsport circuits.
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