Kolkata/IBNS: Indian Racing Festival, a premier motorsport event in India gearing up for its third season, received a major shot in the arm with former India cricket captain and ex-BCCI president, Sourav Ganguly, becoming an owner of the Kolkata Royal Tigers Racing team ahead of the 2024 season.
This partnership marks a major boost for Indian Racing as it aims to expand the motorsport ecosystem across India.
The Indian Racing Festival, conceptualized by Racing Promotions Pvt. Ltd., is a meticulously curated motorsport event designed to captivate the growing motorsport fan base in India.
The festival encompasses two main championships: the Indian Racing League (IRL) and the Formula 4 Indian Championship (F4IC).
With eight city-based teamsKolkata, Hyderabad, Bangalore, Chennai, Delhi, Goa, Kochi, and Ahmedabadset to compete from August to November this year, the Indian Racing Festival promises an exhilarating season of high-speed action. Kolkata is set to participate for the first time, adding an extra layer of excitement to the competition.
Sourav Ganguly, known as the Prince of Calcutta and Dada, a legendary figure in Indian cricket history, has joined the Kolkata Royal Tigers as an owner.
His legendary presence promises to ignite a new era of excitement and prestige for motor racing in West Bengal and eastern India. With Ganguly at the helm, fans can expect a thrilling surge in the sports popularity and a dynamic transformation for the Kolkata Royal Tigers.
Expressing his enthusiasm for the association, Sourav Ganguly said I am truly excited to embark on this journey with the Kolkata team in the Indian Racing Festival.
Motorsports has always been a passion of mine while this opportunity not only allows me to contribute to the growth of motorsport in Kolkata but also aligns with my belief in fostering a culture of excellence and sportsmanship.
Together with the Kolkata Royal Tigers, we aim to build a strong legacy in the Indian Racing Festival and inspire a new generation of motorsport enthusiasts, making the Kolkata Royal Tigers a formidable force in the Festival, he added.
