The Shell National Autox and Autox Plus Championship is set to take place at the Kasarani SSS racetrack this weekend for its sixth round. The event features a compacted new surface that promises a fast and technical contest. Drivers are gearing up for the challenge, with several top competitors ready to take on the track. The championship has been gaining momentum, with a large entry list across all classes.
Open-class driver Fahim Abdulmalik of Fadhe Rally Team confirmed that his team is prepared for the shift from the Stoni Athi circuit to Kasarani's tighter layout. Abdulmalik highlighted the need to adjust tyre pressure and suspension settings to suit the compacted ground, noting that the track allows drivers to push their cars to the limit. This change in venue is expected to bring a new level of excitement to the competition.
Clement Marini, also competing in the open class for Team MRT Racing in an EVO7, said Kasarani will demand a different strategy after the rugged Stoni Athi round. Marini added that the inclusion of side-by-side racing at Kasarani raises the competitive stakes for all entrants. With a smoother but shorter course, drivers will need to adapt quickly to succeed.
Former national quad-bike champion Wayne Fernandes will make a comeback on his Yamaha Raptor 700, marking his first appearance in the championship since 2024. Fernandes, who remains active in the sport's administration through the 254 Motorsport Club and the Motorsport Kenya Federation, expressed his gratitude to Tai Racing for sponsoring his return. This comeback is expected to add to the excitement of the event.
254 Motorsports Club chairman Sushil Gohil praised the championship's growth, attributing it to the combined effort of the Motorsport Kenya Federation, drivers, sponsors, and officials. The championship has seen significant growth, with a large entry list and increased enthusiasm among competitors. This growth is a testament to the hard work and dedication of all involved.
Event Director Ishy Renu reported record-high enthusiasm among competitors, with a large entry list across all classes. The technical Kasarani track is expected to deliver an exciting spectacle for fans. With the new surface and compacted ground, drivers will be pushed to their limits, making for an thrilling event.
The sixth round of the Shell Autox series promises to be an exciting event, with top drivers competing on the technical Kasarani track. The return of Wayne Fernandes and the competitive stakes raised by side-by-side racing will add to the excitement. The championship continues to grow, with the combined effort of all involved parties contributing to its success.
Key points
- The Shell Autox series returns to Kasarani SSS for its sixth round, featuring a compacted new surface.
- Drivers Fahim Abdulmalik, Clement Marini, and former quad-bike champion Wayne Fernandes are gearing up for the challenge.
- The event has seen record-high enthusiasm among competitors, with a large entry list across all classes.
