“I was delighted with the opportunity to be able to race once again and loved driving in Indian Formula 4 at the Chennai Racing Festival after almost a year away from racing,” an elated Aqil admitted. “And I am even happier with the outcome! Despite not racing at all so far this year, it was also my first time on a street circuit, and my first time racing under lights, so it was a pretty big one for me to win in those conditions.
“My car was good, which allowed me to settle in quickly and the pace soon came as I dealt with the pressures of night racing on these tight confines for the first time. “But I put it all together and here we are, on the top step of the podium with Nkhosi Sikelela Africa playing and the South African flag flying above. What a moment – this is one I will not forget!
“It was such a cool weekend too, with lots of on-track drama and such exciting racing in the first Indian Racing League weekend. Special thanks mainly to my folks and my beautiful family. It’s been a trying time for us, so this one is so much for all of you! And to my team, thanks for a great car and wonderful support this weekend. I could get so used to this!”
Issued on behalf of Aqil Alibhai
| What | : | Indian Racing Festival Formula 4 Report |
| Where | : | Chennai, India |
| When | : | 01 September 2024 |
| Community | : | International |
