Kenya’s champion face off Ugandan rally drivers

CAPTION: Kenyan National Rally champion (Courtesy Photo)

By Our reporter

MBARARA – How is it an African rally experience without rallying in Uganda? Jasmeet Chana is about to taste the Ugandan rally craze for the first time.

The Kenyan National Rally champion is among the foreign crews that will grace the Pearl of Africa Rally, the second round of the Africa Rally Championship, slated for 7th-9th May in Mbarara.

For Chana, it is bound to be more than just a rally experience.

“We have had the urge to come here for the last three years. But thanks to Rubis, they have made the dream come true,” he told Kawowo Sports. 

“I have heard a lot about Uganda. I have watched a lot on television about rally in Uganda. And of course, the fans are out of this world; they always come out in big numbers,” he added.

Chana’s participation comes as he attempts this year’s Africa Rally Championship title.

The Rubis-sponsored crew currently has 32 points after the opening round in Kenya in March this year.

“We intend to go for ARC this year. Let’s see what the results will be. I have heard the roads are nice, smooth and fast. We are yet to see them during recce,” he said.

ARC points will be highly contested, with over 20 crews anticipated to start the event.

“But we are hoping to have a good experience and enjoy ourselves. I believe I will be competitive enough. It is going to be the fourth event with the Ford, and we are gradually mastering it. I believe it is going to be a great experience for everyone,” he said.

Rally will consist of twelve (12) stages, running a total competitive distance of 201.85 kilometres.