Sarno: The Rotax MAX Challenge Grand Finals (RMCGF) 2024 are now underway in Sarno, Italy, bringing together the world’s best karting talents. Team Bahrain are part of the field of competitors representing 58 nations, and the event promises a thrilling showcase of skill, determination, and the spirit of motorsport.
According to Bahrain News Agency, the Kingdom’s participating karters include Tariq Soofi in the Micro MAX category, Nasser Nass in the Mini MAX, Khaled Najjar in the Junior MAX, Mohammed Alhasan in the Senior MAX, and Abdulla Sajjad in the DD2 MAX. They each earned their spots after being crowned champions in the 2023/2024 Bahrain Rotax MAX Challenge – the premier national karting championship at Bahrain International Karting Circuit, the world-class grassroots motorsport facility at Bahrain International Circuit, the Home of Motorsport in the Middle East.
The last few days at the RMCGF were dedicated to the mandatory Sporting Checks, followed by the scrutineering of the racing gear ensuring tha
t all drivers are ready to compete at their best. The official Sporting Check-in faced quite the downpour, with rain coming down relentlessly. But the weather has taken a turn for the better, although still with light showers. The clouds soon gave way to sunshine, just in time for the photo session with the stunning Kart Line – up – featuring 392 brand-new karts provided by Rotax’s trusted chassis partners.
Each of the 58 participating nations had the chance to take a team photo in front of this impressive display, showcasing the global reach and unity of this prestigious event. The excitement continued as the Kart Raffle was held, and drivers received their toolboxes, tyres, and other essential equipment, setting up their karts for the first Non-Qualifying Practice session.
Official Briefings have also been completed, preparing the competitors for the fierce battles ahead. From October 22, Tuesday afternoon, fans around the world can join in on the excitement as the RMCGF kicks off live broadcasting on its
YouTube channel, bringing the thrills of Sarno to a global audience.