This past weekend was packed with exciting international motorsport action, showcasing some excellent performances by South African drivers and riders across various disciplines.
FIM Qatar Offroad Championship Round 5:
Hanno Geyser fought hard to secure a commendable 2nd place finish, maintaining a strong presence in the championship.
Champions of the Future Shifter Cup:
Nikolas Roos displayed his talent, crossing the line in 7th in a competitive Shifter Cup race.
Rotax Max Challenge:
William Marshall put in a solid effort to clinch 3rd place in the Rotax Max Challenge.
AMA Moto America:
Matthew Scholtz wrapped up his 2024 AMA Moto America season in style, taking 5th in race one and an impressive 2nd in race two. His outstanding performance throughout the season earned him the 2024 Supersport Championship title!
MotoGP:
Brad Binder fought his way to a solid 8th place finish, keeping his name amongst the top contenders in the MotoGP circuit.
Moto2 GP:
Darryn Binder delivered a strong showing with a 5th place finish, continuing his consistent performances in the Moto2 GP category.
GB3 Championship:
Jarrod Waberski had a busy weekend with three races, finishing 11th, 5th, and 4th, showing great progress as the championship heats up.
GT Open Cup:
Mikaeel Pitamber had a stellar weekend, securing 3rd and 5th in his races, while Jordan Pepper followed closely with finishes of 5th and 4th, showcasing excellent teamwork and racing acumen.
DTM:
Kelvin van der Linde kept the South African flag flying high with an 8th place finish in the DTM.
European Le Mans Series LMP3:
The South African duo of Nick Adcock and Michael Jensen delivered a brilliant performance to take 2nd place in the LMP3 class.
ADAC GT4:
Leyton Fourie had a nail-biting weekend. Unfortunately, a race one incident saw him retire from race one, but he came back strong with a 4th place finish in race two.
ADAC GT:Kwanda Mokoena showcased his potential with a solid 4th place finish in the first race but did not finish (DNF) in the second race.
With South African talent making waves globally, it’s clear that our motorsport future is looking bright. Stay tuned for more exciting updates as we continue to cheer on our local heroes!