Drivers from six countries set to compete in 2023 African Rally Championship finale

Thrilling Finale of 2023 African Rally Championship Set in Tanzania’s Sao Hill

Get ready for heart-pounding action as drivers from six African nations gear up to tackle the challenging terrains of Mafinga’s Sao Hill in Iringa. The sixth and final round of the 2023 African Rally Championship is set to take place from November 10th to 12th.

The Asas Rally of Tanzania, also known as the Asas Rally of Tanzania, is anticipated to be an intense event. Rally enthusiasts from Kenya, Uganda, Zambia, Burundi, Rwanda, and Tanzania will come together for this prestigious championship.

Not only does the rally mark the conclusion of the 2023 African Rally Championship, but it also serves as the grand finale for Tanzania’s National Rally Championship (NRC).

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Prepare for a challenging 370-kilometer course that will push participants to their limits. The drivers will face daunting landscapes that will test their driving skills and endurance.

Thanks to the generous support of the ASAS Group, the National Sports Council (NSC), Tanzania Forest Reserve, and the Azam Media Group, this exhilarating event becomes a reality.

Satinder Birdi, director of rallies and representative from the Automobile Association of Tanzania (AAT), expressed his excitement about the upcoming championship.

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“We are expecting over 20 drivers to compete for the top honors in this event. It’s bound to be a thrilling competition, especially since Kenyan Patel is the defending champion,” said a representative from the Automobile Association of Tanzania (AAT) in a recent interview with Citizen.

As the drivers gear up for the challenging Sao Hill circuit, the current standings in the African Rally Championship indicate an intense battle for the championship title.

Karan Patel currently leads the pack with 120 points, holding a nine-point lead over second-placed Jas Mangat. Yasin Nasser, who retired from the Zambia event, sits in third place, trailing the leader by 27 points.

With the competition heating up, motorsport fans can expect an electrifying contest that will keep them on the edge of their seats.

The African Rally Championship has a rich history dating back to its inaugural event in 1981, won by Shekhar Mehta. One of the notable drivers in the championship’s history is Zambian sensation Satwant Singh, who holds the record for the most championship wins with eight titles to his name.

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The championship has explored various parts of the African continent, including the picturesque island of Madagascar. However, fewer events are held in or north of the Sahara.

Throughout its history, the championship has often incorporated World Rally Championship events, with a special focus on Africa’s two most renowned rallies—the Safari Rally in Kenya and the Ivory Coast Rally in Côte d’Ivoire.

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