Aashay Nagura is ready to step up to the national OK-Junior class as he takes on Round 2 of the National ROK Cup Karting Championships at Killarney Kart Circuit this weekend. The Eastern Cape driver previously contested the season opener at Red Star Raceway in the Mini ROK category but has since decided to transition to the quicker OK-Junior class.
While this will be Aashay’s first national event in OK-Junior, he is no stranger to the category. In March, he debuted in class during the second round of the Northern Regions ROK Kart Championship at Zwartkops Kart Raceway. That outing gave him valuable seat time as he adapted to the increased power, higher cornering speeds, and greater physical demands of the OK-Junior kart.
The Cape Town round presents more than just a chance to score championship points. This event provides Aashay with an opportunity to qualify for the prestigious FIA OK-Junior World Championships in 2026 and secure a spot in the upcoming African Karting Cup later this season. A strong performance this weekend could set the stage for greater international opportunities in the years to come.
Aashay heads into the weekend with the support of the Bronscor Group, Sparco South Africa, INGCO South Africa, and Score Immune Booster. With backing from these top-tier sponsors and a determination to make an impression, he will aim to establish himself as a serious contender in the OK-Junior ranks.
With several practice sessions for drivers to fine-tune their setups on Friday, the weekend enters its critical phase on Saturday, featuring three race heats that will determine the overall winner. As the competition intensifies at Killarney, all eyes will be on Aashay as he takes a significant step in his karting career. Will he rise to the occasion and challenge the front-runners in his national OK-Junior debut? We’ll find out this weekend!
Published by: Motorsport Fanatix
Picture Caption: Aashay Nagura
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